Company Overview:

Har-Tru, LLC is a global sports company based in Charlottesville, VA.  It is the world’s leading provider of clay court surfaces, tennis court consultation, court equipment and accessories.  The company strives to help others build and maintain the best courts in the world, leveraging its products, knowledge, and experience to meet the needs of each customer most effectively. Har-Tru is active in the industry as an advocate for the sport and sponsor of tennis related activities. 

Job Opportunity: Forklift Operator (2nd Shift)
Location: Troy, VA
Reports To: Production Supervisor

Work Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Status: Full-Time, Non-exempt

Salary Range: $41,000 – $50,000 (~$20-24 per hour)

Position Summary: Har-Tru is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Forklift Operator to join our manufacturing and distribution team in Troy, VA. This position is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, transport, and organize materials and finished products throughout the facility.

The ideal candidate has previous forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

This is a second-shift position with a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., consisting of four 10-hour shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate forklifts to move materials and products within the manufacturing facility.
• Load and unload trucks, ensuring accurate and safe handling of materials.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts and report any issues.
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with inventory management and organization of the warehouse.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Perform additional material-handling and general warehouse duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Typically located in an industrial space with no air conditioning or heat.
• The environment is dusty.
• Frequent outside work, with exposure to the elements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Dependable
• Proven experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and protocols.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to consistently work the designated second-shift schedule.

Why you should apply:

If you are looking for a great company to work for with an excellent benefit package to include, paid holidays, PTO, affordable Healthcare plans, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD and 401(k) with Company Match, then you should Join our Winning Team!

*All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.