Forklift Operator Plantwide

About the role

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Forklift Operator to join our Scranton, PA team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. Assist the manufacturing facility including all departments to ensure constant production flow by moving material efficiently and safely as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work throughout the entire plant safely and efficiently driving forklifts along with other material moving equipment
• Work in a systematic method to complete regular duties as well as assigned duties
• Constantly operate forklift inside as well as outside the facility
• Lift and take away scrap material including a daily routine of steel and brass chips removal
• Continuously use eye-to-foot and hand coordination to operate propane and gas forklifts
• Work with and follow Basic Rules of Manufacturing, General Dynamics OTS Environmental Policy, ISO Documentation, Quality Policy and other work related policies
• At all times demonstrate forklift safety including wearing seat belt and common safety practices associated with the manufacturing environment and the use of hand or industrial equipment
• Adhere to bulk propane management as well as hazardous material handling
• Recognize problems, make corrective adjustments and/or notify appropriate supervision
• Follow the 5 S's by routinely sorting, setting in order, shining, standardizing and sustaining the work area
• Verify equipment is in proper working order

Qualifications

Certified Forklift Operator or previous work experience in forklift operation or any combination of education, training or work related experience that, in the eyes of a supervisor, would qualify the individual to meet the majority of the items listed.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Many other benefits available