Fork Truck Driver - 1st shift

1st shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday. Overtime is mandatory and based on production schedule.

About the role

The forklift operator is responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials (trash, recyclables, waste by-products) by hand or with basic material handling equipment. Operate a variety of forklift equipment to load, unload, and move materials around the plant.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and SDS Standards.

Requirements

• 1+ years of previous industrial material handling experience in a manufacturing facility preferred (training available based on applicant experience).
• Stand-up forklift experience a plus.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be certified by C&W Services to operate a forklift (training and certification provided).
• Drug test and pre-employment physical required.
• Frequently lift up to 35 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, and pivot.

Skills

• Ability to maintain forklift certification.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and write intelligible reports.
• Knowledge of plant layout, including location of materials.
• Familiarity with plant safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Work Environment

• Regular exposure in a manufacturing setting.
• Fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.

Benefits

Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.

Pay

$16.72 – $19.67 per hour. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.