Forklift Operator US, Night Shift

Shift

• Night Shift (2-2-3 Schedule)
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Essential Job Functions

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas
• Load and unload raw materials from incoming trucks and transport them to designated areas
• Validate quantities by use of Blind Count Sheets or SAP transactions performed on forklift computer
• Load/unload trucks and perform all other warehouse functions within SAP using the forklift VMU
• Operate powered industrial trucks (PIT’s) in a high paced environment and be in-house forklift certified
• Supply raw materials to the production lines as required
• Perform pre-trip forklift inspections and adhere to forklift battery or propane tank changing operations and safety procedures
• Perform any other driving activities as directed by leadership
• Clean/maintain work areas throughout the shift
• Represent the company in a positive manner at all times
• May have production machine operation duties

Required Skills

• Read and write job instructions in the specified acceptable language(s) for the location
• Must be able to perform basic computer functions
• Must demonstrate the basic operation of powered industrial trucks
• Must be forklift certified by an approved Refresco trainer

Competencies

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to quickly identify and resolve operational issues
• Technology: Familiarity with warehouse management software for tracking inventory and logistics
• Technology: Basic computer skills for operating production software and logging data
• Cognitive: Ability to analyze data and process parameters to optimize production
• Safety and Risk Management: Participation in safety audits and inspections to ensure a safe working environment

Education and Experience

• High School Certification or equivalent (GED)
• 3 years + work experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Working Conditions

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required
• Overtime scheduled as needed
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts
• Noise level requires hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot / and or relatively cold
• The environment is structured and supervised

Travel Requirements

• 0% travel anticipated

Physical Requirements

• R = Rarely (0-15%): Stand or Sit, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, Lift 50 lbs. (minimum lbs. lifted 5lbs), Carry weight, lift, Walk, Driving (forklift), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance
• O = Occasionally (16-45%): Visual/Sensory - This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time, Coordination and Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise control of equipment, Mental Stress - There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy and or similar demands

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.