1ST SHIFT LAMINATION FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Status: Hourly | Location: Toccoa Plant | Department: Lamination/Warehouse | Reports to: Lamination/Warehouse Supervisor

About the role

Purpose/Responsibility To support the operations of the plant so that they can optimize the use of all resources in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals and client/customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, quality, production, materials and plant policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate behavior that aligns with plant expectations and CITE principles.
• Successfully complete all training required for operation of assigned area.
• Acquire and maintain an active AWC forklift license.
• Previous forklift experience a plus.
• Operate the forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Computer literate to include Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite of products in addition to software required of each trained role.
• Communicate effectively with other team members in assigned department (lamination/warehouse team lead and utility tech, receiving forklift operator, and lamination line operator).
• Read and process scheduling paperwork as needed.
• Sort and identify wood parts by size and style of parts finish.
• Inspect and verify material loads prior to loading at lamination line infeed or unloading from lamination line outfeed.
• Perform quality checks and input data into Infinity software.
• Accurately report material transactions, including scrap/salvage.
• Ensure that all paperwork, documentation, reports and data entry are completed daily for assigned area.
• Break down incoming bunks of raw material and hand strap bunks of finished material for transport and warehouse storage.
• Create and print tickets for finished material.
• Maintain warehouse integrity via transactional quality and correct placement and removal of material in the warehouse.
• Troubleshoot and accurately report machine issues to maintenance and/or other support groups.
• Complete PM’s for all equipment, tools and support equipment within assigned area.
• Perform daily and periodic maintenance checks on the forklift and support the maintenance team during major repairs or scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Responsible for keeping area to a standard that prepares it for next shift operations.
• Maintain daily 5S/clean-up expectations for assigned area.
• Maintain a safe work environment for self and others.
• Participate on Kaizen, TPM and cross-functional team events as requested.
• Cross train in other areas as requested.
• Assist in all areas of departments as needed.
• Train new or back-up operators using certified peer trainer tools and techniques.
• Encourage team members and promote a positive attitude.
• Available to work assigned schedule and shift hours as necessary to meet client/customer requirements.
• Perform other tasks as directed by plant management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED preferred. In lieu of education, extensive knowledge of all processes associated within the scope of the respective team may be considered.
• Manufacturing/work experience and willingness to learn to operate required position in the team assigned.
• Track record of successful team support, meeting work performance expectations and commitment toward continuous improvement.
• Experience performing duties in a team environment committed to positive performance and SQDC goal achievement.
• Demonstrated behavior that supports the company’s core values and CITE principles.
• Has excellent communication skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook preferred.
• Language Skills: Must read, analyze, and interpret common business documents such as packing lists, manifests, bills of lading, pallet tickets, or job orders. Must communicate effectively with co-workers and customers/clients in an effort to respond to common inquires or complaints.
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