Looking for a solid, full-time forklift job with great benefits and steady work?
Join our team at Insteel and put your skills to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. This is a 2nd shift position, M-F 3PM-11PM with required training on 1st shift, M-F 7AM-3PM, for approximately 90-120 days.

Safety Matters Here
We are committed to operating at ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) risk levels with a goal of ZERO HARM—no injuries, no environmental impact, and no compromise to our people or community.

What You’ll Do

• Operate forklifts to move raw materials and finished product

• Load flatbed trucks with steel materials

• Stage materials for production

• Perform basic inventory entries and cycle counts

• Keep work area clean and safe

• Inspect product quality

What You Need

• 2+ years forklift experience (heavy materials preferred)

• Strong attention to safety and detail

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

• Basic computer and math skills

• Ability to work in a team environment

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + bonus opportunities (starting rate dependent on experience)

• Paid vacation & holidays

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Company-paid life & disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement & more

Full-time | Stable work | Great benefits

Apply today and join the nation’s leading manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products.
 

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

Fraud Prevention Notice:

Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.