Job Description

Forklift Operator

• Kearneysville, WV 25430

• Schedule: 6AM – 6PM (2-2-3 schedule)

• Pay: $21/hour

Join a company where your work matters. At ROCKWOOL, you'll be part of a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement while enjoying competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to build a lasting career. Together, we're creating innovative solutions that make buildings safer, more energy efficient, and more sustainable for future generations.

Join us and make a difference!

About the Role:

As a member of the Warehouse team, you will become an integral part of the ROCKWOOL supply chain that provides day to day management of finished goods, housing of inventory and on-time shipment of products. You will support operations to meet the needs of our customers, ensuring products are aesthetically packaged to specifications and to our high-quality standards. You will receive training on equipment, such as forklifts, to complete your work and be educated on all safety procedures to ensure you are working in a safe manner.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 2 years' experience operating a forklift, clamp truck, or pallet jack required.
• Preference given to candidates with experience in a continuous flow manufacturing or industrial environment working with automated equipment.
• Previous SAP experience preferred
• Organizational and analytical skills
• Basic computer knowledge and skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving and trouble shooting skills

What You’ll Do:

• Load and unload ROCKWOOL product and materials from pallets, skids, platforms, trucks, lifting devices or other transport sources, while ensuring no damage to the product, and that products are accurately labelled.
• Implement a diligent inventory management process to account for product location and distribution which often involves using physical stock counts and investigating discrepancies and adjusting errors.
• Maintain work equipment, which may require basic troubleshooting, and act as a first line of defense for process, mechanical and technical issues.
• Team player who can work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Ensure the correct product volumes are produced and delivered against production plan and key performance factors as part of the customer order fulfilment team.

What we offer

• Competitive Pay

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning Day 1

• 401K with company match up to 6%

• Paid Time Off and 12 paid holidays

• Paid parental leave.

• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities

• Wellness Perks: Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.

• Safety First: Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods up to 12 hours

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work around moving equipment

• Ability to wear required PPE

• Ability to work in varying temperatures and industrial environments

Work Environment & Conditions:

Join a clean, safe, and modern manufacturing facility equipped with advanced technology and innovative processes. Safety is our top priority, and we provide the training, tools, and support employees need to succeed. You'll work alongside a team committed to quality, continuous improvement, and looking out for one another.

Who we are:

ROCKWOOL is a global leader in stone wool insulation solutions employing approximately 12,000 employees across 37 countries. Our products help create safer, healthier, and more sustainable buildings and industries around the world.

Our Culture and Commitment:

At ROCKWOOL, we believe great people build great companies. We are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel respected, valued, and supported. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact as part of our team.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.