Forklift Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026.
Overview
Consider joining the Pennex family as a Forklift Operator - Night Shift at our Wellsville, PA location. The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently transports materials using the forklift, which is a powered industrial truck equipped with forks or a platform for lifting and carrying heavy objects.
This position works a 12-hour night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on rotating days and weekends.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
- Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, extrusions, or logs and transports load to designated area.
- Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
- Loads and unloads trucks as required.
- Empties trash containers as needed.
- Places empty baskets on wheels for saw crews.
- Empties scrap hoppers, separating alloy 6061 from 6063 as directed.
- Loads and unloads heat treat ovens and moves metal to next department or area.
- Follows proper procedures, starts Age Ovens selecting proper cycles. Completes documentation and charts as required.
- Monitors Age Cycles periodically to assure proper operation.
- Ensures forklift is maintained in a safe working order. Reports defects or problems to shift supervisor. Completes preventive maintenance and corresponding paperwork as directed.
- Replaces propane bottle refueling forklift as required. Places empty bottle in proper storage area.
- Assists with maintaining a neat and orderly plant, insuring aisleways are kept clear. Performs general housekeeping duties as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Education
- High school diploma or the equivalent.
Experience
- One or more years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
- Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume, and distance.
- Must attend and pass Forklift Operators Safety course.
- Must possess a valid Forklift License.
- Must be authorized to work in the US; visa sponsorships are not available.
- Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
- Must have regular attendance.
Environmental Hazards
Physical
- The employee is regularly required to stand.
- The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Work Environment
- The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
About Us
Perks of the Job
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with matching contribution
- Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
- Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity for career growth and advancement
- Daily pay available
Why Our People Love Working Here
- Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture
- Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
- Wellness incentive program
- Regular employee celebrations and events
Who We Are
Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.
But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Caring. Integrity. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.
If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and the family of brands are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email [email protected].
Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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