Checker Loader (Forklift Operator)

Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway, Richmond VA 23234).

About the role

Checker Loaders are responsible for safely and efficiently unloading/loading trucks and performing final quality check on finished product and load on trailer per customer requirements. This position plays a vital supply-chain role by ensuring inventory is efficiently moved through the manufacturing plant while strictly adhering to workplace safety standards and paperwork.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 1st Shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Additionally, in order to meet production needs, all employees in our manufacturing industry are expected to work more than 8-hour shifts and on weekends (if needed).

Responsibilities

• Load trucks in proper sequence.
• Check loading tickets.
• Lockout trailers before loading and unlock once loading is complete.
• Use forklift to load trailers as needed.
• Record and track information in inventory control system.
• Verify trucks have been loaded properly.
• Move stock in loading area as necessary.
• Inspect trailers for damage.
• Run manifest and bills of lading.
• Handle rolls of carpet cushion up to 80 lbs.
• Lock out and chock wheels.
• Must successfully be forklift certified.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience operating forklift in a manufacturing, chemical, or production environment.
• Must be forklift certified and successfully pass Carpenter Co.'s Forklift Certification process.

Skills

• Spatial Skills
• Team Work
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Dependability
• Quality, Quantity

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.