Fork Lift Operator 1st shift $19.25/hr + 10% quarterly incentive 1st Shift (7:00am - 3:30pm)

About the role

Atkore, a recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team in Kokomo, IN. Reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, the Forklift Operator will be responsible for loading/unloading trucks, as well as moving materials within the warehouse and production areas.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence
• Experienced forklift driver
• Loading/unloading flatbed, conestoga, box trailers & LTL, and production lines
• Moving material in warehouse and production areas 3' to 48'
• Moving large dies
• Adequacy to adhere to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules
• Warehouse organization, cycle counts and scanning of transfers
• Leverage lean concept sustainment
• Standard work training, 5S requirements and verification of quality product
• Communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with strategic planning focus
• Audit and load/unload shipping orders
• Quality checking OD, gauge, length and packaging requirements
• Problem solving and support processes to improve the Commercial Metric DOTI

Requirements

• One-year minimum forklift, shipping, warehouse organization experience with verifiable proof
• JDE inventory system for warehouse transfers
• Basis knowledge of RF scanner inventory systems
• High school degree or GED equivalent
• Ability to distinguish various cosmetic flaws
• Leverage lean concept sustainment & problem-solving skills
• Safety action orientated
• Strong math skills
• Ability to give verbal instruction, build positive relationships, and good organizational skills
• Flexibility of shift schedule including overtime and weekends
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines
• Must possess an outgoing positive attitude, be a team player and have strong work ethic
• Strives to demonstrate Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence

Qualifications

• Within 3 months, complete required training
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders for this role
• Develop good communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with a strategic planning focus
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and understand the importance of your role to daily operations

Skills

• Outgoing positive attitude
• Team player
• Strong work ethic

Benefits

Atkore offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Great Place to Work© certification
• Top Workplaces USA award
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee recognition programs

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Shifts may vary and include weekends and holidays.