Forklift Operator

Panelmatic, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Youngstown, OH to serve manufacturing industries with the design and build of custom electrical, instrument, and pneumatic control panels. Our business has sufficiently grown over the years to support expansion for our clients. We have produced control packages for many of America's top corporations in the chemical, environmental, food, pulp and paper, rubber, petroleum, pharmaceutical, glass, metals, and utilities industries. We also deliver equipment for use worldwide. Our rigorous methodology assures compliance with domestic and international standards. We can meet the needs of our diverse clientele from start to finish through sales, design, fabrication, testing, and delivery.

Since 1957, we have been known for our high-quality, custom-built control packages, our comprehensive service, and our technological and manufacturing expertise. This expertise assures you of our ability to handle the largest and most complex packages quickly and efficiently.

Job Summary:

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for safely operating various types of industrial powered equipment such as forklifts to load/unload and receive, transport, store, and stage raw materials, steel, and finished products throughout the inside and outside the facility. The forklift operator position supports the facility by ensuring materials are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with Panelmatic safety standards.

Job Duties:

• Operate a variety of forklifts at various capacities, including sit-down, stand-up, side-loaders and specialty equipment, to safely off-load/up-load from trucks and trailers, and move materials and products throughout the facility.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage and verify quantities against packing slips, bills of lading, and purchase orders.
• Load outbound shipments accurately and securely while ensuring proper weight distribution and load stability.
• Transport raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to designated production, storage, and shipping areas.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of forklifts and report mechanical issues or safety concerns promptly to the facilities department.
• Maintain accurate inventory by scanning, labeling, and recording material movements when needed.
• Ensure proper storage of materials to prevent damage and maintain an organized warehouse and production environment.
• Follow all OSHA regulations, Panelmatic safety policies, and safe material handling procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse organization as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and free of hazards, following 5S methodology.
• Support other warehouse and production activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous forklift operating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience handling steel, heavy materials, or oversized loads is highly desirable.
• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Basic math and computer skills for inventory transactions.
• Ability to read work orders, ship documents, and material labels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb throughout the workday.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and moving equipment.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment for extended periods.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment where employees regularly work around heavy equipment, overhead cranes, steel products, and moving machinery. The successful candidate must consistently follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, term life, AD&D, STD, LTD
• 100% medical premium paid for by Panelmatic for the employee-only level medical coverage
• 80% paid by Panelmatic and 20% paid for the employee on all other level medical coverage (i.e. employee plus child, employee plus spouse, family)
• 401K and bonus
• Scholarships, educational reimbursement, paid volunteerism, and paid personal and professional development provided
• PTO and paid holidays provided
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive wages
• Family-friendly environment with average employee tenure above five years.