Forklift Operator

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.Pay Rate - $19.99 per hour + $2.00 per hour shift differential for night shiftNew employees are eligible for a one-time $1,000 sign-on bonusWestlake Royal Building Products, a vinyl siding manufacturer, has a full-time opening for a Forklift Operator. This position is responsible for driving forklifts, pulling inventory, storing materials, palletizing, loading inventory, labeling and packing.Candidates must be able to work a rotating 12hour shift; 7:00am-7:00pm or 7:00pm-7:00am.OUR BENEFITS INCLUDE:Work Life Balance: Work 3-4 shifts per week and have a 3-day weekend every other weekPaid lunches and breaks every shiftPaid vacation and paid holidays beginning day one of employment - Up to 160 hours5 Bonuses per year based on plant performance401(k) with company match up to 4%, plus an annual 3% contributionFree Safety ShoesFree Prescription Safety GlassesTuition ReimbursementMedical, Dental and Vision insurance beginningday oneof employmentShort Term and Long-Term Disability BenefitsFitness ReimbursementMonthly Employee Appreciation EventsEmployee Assistance ProgramFree Basic Life Insurance (2x your salary)Vacation hours are prorated based on start date.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOperate a forklift and complete daily forklift checklistAccurately scan all inventoryGenerate labelsWeigh scrap racksReplenish skidsMaintain good housekeepingMaintain safety standards as posted in work areasQUALIFICATION & SKILL REQUIREMENTSForklift LicenseAbility to use an RF ScannerAbility to count and do basic mathListen to and follow instructionsProblem solving skillsPHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to hold, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must lift, carry and/or move up to 30 lbs. frequently. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, mobility to cover 2 facilities (North & South Plant) is required.WORK ENVIRONMENTThis position works in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Noise level commensurate with large machinery. Ear and eye protection must be worn at all times and steel toed shoes and long pants are required. Temperatures, although maintained, can be affected by outside weather conditions.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here.You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.Westlake Management Services, Inc. is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants to join our company and to succeed as members of our team regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Created: 2025-11-25