Forklift Operator
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Career area Manufacturing and OperationsWestlake Royal Building Products
Position Type Full Time
Date Posted 06/25/2026
Location
US - Oceanside, CA
Job ID
R32789
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US - Oceanside, CA
JOB SUMMARYThe Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of a Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) to assist with material handling, shipping, receiving and other activities. The list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may expand to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary.Oceanside DC Forklift Operator: As requiredOceanside Plant location main site of operation within 2 miles.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Comply with company Safety Policies and ProceduresLoads and unloads materials (4x16 pallets) onto or from trucks by forklift as required.Loading and verification of outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality/quantity of part numbersVerify products picked match the shipping orderEnsure items received are delivered and put away dailyEnsure material storage areas and receiving area are kept clean from debris and trashDistribute requested items to production line in an accurate and timely fashion as neededImprove and maintain plant and outside yard 5S/SafetyManually handle product combining and sorting material from pallet to palletAssist with yearly Physical Inventory Other projects as requestedRegular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESSort, stage & load pallets and related material in a safe manner following Boral Forklift Safe Operation guidelines and policiesAssist in inventory management of pallets to ensure production operations continue without interruptionRequired to operate a sit-down forklift and/or electric pallet jack in a safe and efficient mannerAble to effectively work within a diverse team environment and be productive while unsupervisedBasic Computer skillsMust be able to read and interpret documents such as shipping/receiving informationAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule formSome minor pallet repairsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEThe employee should have the following:High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant fieldESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENTThe employee should possess the ability to:Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortableWithstand exposure to temperature extremes inside or outProlong standing or in stationary positionComplete repetitive movementsBend and/or twistLift/move/transport items up to 50 poundsAbility to move or traverse about the facilitiesAbility to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditionsWear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)Must be able to work split shift (to train off shifts on safety concerns and changes)Clarity of hearing and speechMust be able to climb, balance or smell$22.72/ hourThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.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.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
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