Mobile Equipment Operator (Eugene)

Company: Lane Enterprises Inc
Location: Eugene
Posted on: March 9, 2026

Job Description:

Mobile Equipment Operator Location: 89822 State Highway 99 North, Eugene, OR, 97402, United States Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt Minimum Experience: 5 Years Manage Others: No Description We are excited to welcome a Mobile Equipment Operator to our team! From generous benefits, including bonus opportunities and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), to great employee retention, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving organization! Benefits: Offering a generous benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending, Company paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, and a generous bonus plan. Job Summary: A mobile equipment operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift and for transporting products around the facility. Essential Responsibilities: - Efficiently handle the forklift in lifting, moving and packing loads of metal and plastic pipe that can vary in weight of up to 15,000 lbs. - Navigating tight spaces without causing damage to Lane products. - Complete daily check list on machine and report all problems promptly to the mechanical staff or Supervisor. - Drive defensively and be able to safely carry a load while driving among pedestrians walking in front of and behind the forklift. - Operator stores inventory in such a manner that facilitates rotating inventory. - Cutting and loading scrap pipe, cleaning forklift, cleaning breakroom, organizing coil storage, sweeping mill area, among other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Skills & Abilities: - Possess a strong mechanical ability. - Must be able to do basic math. - Knowledge of the physics of load and weight distribution and center of gravity. - Forklift operators must have a good knowledge of warehouse arrangement and functionality. Education and Experience: - High School Diploma or equivalent. - 5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment as a forklift operator. Physical Requirements: - Must be able to pass forklift certification training and physical exam. - Must be able to lift loads of up to 100 pounds without the lift truck. - Ability to climb, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, and reach above shoulder level. - Ability to withstand varying temperatures. - Must be able to work in different positions for a very long period of time and ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel or walk for up to eight (8) hours at a time. - Must be able to utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment required for each job task (Steel toed shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat). PIeb7faea94376-38003-39611055

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