Forklift Driver - 2nd Shift

About the role

This is a full-time position located in Rockwall, Texas, reporting to the Shipping Manager. The role involves working 2nd shift, 3:30pm - 11:30pm, with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for the forklift in a safe manner
• Complete and document forklift inspection forms before start of shift and when operating a new forklift
• Locate stock before the start of the run and deliver it to machines safely and on time
• Remove finished goods from machines and maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas
• Maintain accurate location of stock in storage area by paperwork and computer
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed
• Adhere to daily production schedule and make recommendations for optimizing the schedule
• Assist other forklift operators as necessary and complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping

Requirements

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry or as a forklift operator is preferred
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy and calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate
• Able to apply concepts of high school math
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form
• Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations
• Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, and product quality specifications

Qualifications

Required to obtain and maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear, and frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

$21.89 + shift differential

Schedule

2nd Shift, 3:30pm - 11:30pm, with overtime as needed