Heavy Equipment Processor/Forklift Operator

Manufacturing-Forklift Operator

Are you looking to join a company where you'll work with new, top of the line heavy equipment?

Keen, a Wallenius Wilhelmsen company, is seeking Manufacturing-Forklift Operator at our equipment processing center in Pooler, GA.

Join the Keen Team today!

Starting pay is $19-$21 per hour, depending on experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Safely load/unload construction parts to/from trailers using light and/or heavy forklift
• Unload equipment parts from containers, flatbeds and trailers
• Operate various construction equipment to accomplish receiving and shipping responsibilities
• Scale all loads that are pre-loaded for drivers including gross weight, axle weights, and axle groups, and verify road worthiness of trailer
• Operate hand tools regularly used in loading or yard activity such as banding machines, air wrenches and hammers, or other commonly used hand tools

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Ability to complete a full workday walking and/or standing in all reasonable weather conditions
• Ability to be certified on light and heavy forklifts
• Steel-toed boots/shoes
• Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional shop/yard environment. Frequent exposure to the elements (such as dust, dirt, rain,) and chemicals (such as fumes and fluids) occur during operation of construction and agricultural equipment, cranes, forklifts, etc. This position will utilize standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printer/copiers.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive pay & benefits!

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision - eligibility after 30 days of employment!
• Employee discounts within our network - hotels, airlines, and automotive
• Paid vacation in your first year!
• 401k match
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability

Can you see yourself at Wallenius Wilhelmsen? Feel confident you are joining a team where we care, we collaborate, and we challenge you every day to keep the world and your career in motion. We’re transforming logistics into a zero-emissions, carbon-free industry. Apply today to join us. Let’s make it happen, together.

ABOUT US

Wallenius Wilhelmsen is an iconic shipping and logistics company with premium end-to-end supply chain management. Our vision is to empower people and markets through a sustainable flow of goods and services.

We transport and handle cars, tractors, trains, windmills, or even whole factories for some of the most well-known companies in the world. Our eyes will always be on supreme quality in everything we do, while moving towards zero-emission logistics. We are powered by nearly 9,500+ employees, working on vessels and at ports, at vehicle and equipment processing centers, and offices in nearly 45 countries.When added up, the effort of our global workforce keeps the world moving.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We are a global group of people from diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. Wallenius Wilhelmsen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace where all contributors feel they can bring their best selves every day, learn from each other, and be appreciated. We recognize that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is central to our business outcomes because it touches every part of our operations and strategy. Our journey towards sustainable and integrated logistics compels us to attract people with diverse experiences, skills, and abilities.

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