Forklift Operator

Principal Responsibilities

• Works safety to prevent on the job injuries by wearing personal protective equipment at all times such as safety glasses, ear plugs and steel toe shoes as well as rubber boots, gloves, safety goggles and aprons as deemed necessary
• Helps train new technicians by demonstrating job processes, answering questions and reporting trainees progress to the leader
• Reads SD sheets and complies with all requirements for handling of materials
• Works safely to prevent on the job injuries by always being aware of their surroundings and aware of moving objects and maintaining safe distances
• Works safely to prevent on the job injuries by attending training programs on topics such as personal protective equipment, handling chemicals, lockout-tagout, fire safety and equipment, wet floors, objects in motion, JSA's, etc.
• Transports materials and items from production areas to storage or to other designated areas
• Fills requisitions, work orders, or requests for materials, or other stock items and distributes items to production areas
• Inspects each pallet picked up for visibly damaged product
• Obtains and maintains forklift license by completing forklift training class and taking written test for initial license
• Loads and unloads trailers of palletized product
• Keeps work area clean and removes trash from work area floor
• Keeps work area aisles/exits clear and free from obstructions
• Follows instructions for safe lifting/carrying of various sizes, shapes, and weights; identifies/reports defective equipment
• Reports all job-related injuries to supervision
• Uses computer to enter records

Job Specifications

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred; if no high school diploma or GED, one year of manufacturing/Forklift experience is required
• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing processes is highly desirable
• Ability to follow directions and be detail oriented is required
• Willingness to work in a team oriented environment and flow to the work as requested

Qualifications

• Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training
• Total pay may include other forms of compensation

Benefits

• We offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment

Pay

Pay Range: $18.95/HR - $22.30/HR

Schedule

Schedule: Monday - Friday with possibility for daily overtime that would consist of 12hrs. Weekends are scheduled as needed.