Warehouse Forklift Operator

Job Description

YARD/WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building material distribution industry. We manufacture brick and distribute our own brick as well as brick and associated products manufactured by others. We operate in 13 states with a philosophy that we are much more than a brick manufacturer and distributor.

Summary

We are currently seeking a “best in class” Yard/Warehouse Associate with excellent organization skills and a personable disposition to load and unload products to/from delivery vehicle and assist customers with product distribution as well as organizing yard/warehouse. The ideal candidate has a natural ability to roll with the punches, being flexible to handle anything that might come their way. You will be a strong and reliable support to company operations, maintaining procedures, communication and customer service. Not only will your efforts allow us to achieve organizational efficiency, you

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned). This is a safety sensitive position*

· Handles and stores materials and items received in designated area by predetermined sequence

· Fills/stocks orders for customers and transporters

· Load/unload product for delivery, Operate forklift to move material

· Verify quantity of materials shipped and received

· Maintain yard and warehouse as needed

Skills and Experience Required for Success

· 2+ years of related experience

· Certification in forklift operation

· Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds regularly

· Good verbal and written communication skills

· High degree of math aptitude

Competencies Required for Success

· Integrity

· Teamwork

· Relationship Building

· Quality Focused

Education

· High school diploma or equivalent required; some college is preferred

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

*Application may vary based on relevant state laws

Acme Brick Company was founded in 1891 with staying power in mind. Our founder, George Bennett, chose the name Acme (“the highest point,” according to Merriam- Webster) because he knew that superior quality was the key to longevity. Inspired by George Bennett’s commitment, our company has grown from a single facility to become the largest U.S.-owned brick manufacturer - with a network of 33 plants and nearly 70 sales locations. We operate in 14 U.S. states, and we now seek the associates who will help build our company for the next 125 years. Not only do we build for the long term, we hire for the long term as well. One of every six associates has 20 years’ experience or more. Many of us are second- and even third-generation associates. If you aspire to work at “the highest point,” we invite you to consider a career with Acme Brick Company.

Acme Brick Company was founded in 1891 with staying power in mind. Our founder, George Bennett, chose the name Acme (“the highest point,” according to Merriam- Webster) because he knew that superior quality was the key to longevity. Inspired by George Bennett’s commitment, our company has grown from a single facility to become the largest U.S.-owned brick manufacturer - with a network of 33 plants and nearly 70 sales locations. We operate in 14 U.S. states, and we now seek the associates who will help build our company for the next 125 years. Not only do we build for the long term, we hire for the long term as well. One of every six associates has 20 years’ experience or more. Many of us are second- and even third-generation associates. If you aspire to work at “the highest point,” we invite you to consider a career with Acme Brick Company.