LIft Truck Operator II Thomasville NC 2nd Shift

About the role

Operate sit-down forklift and ensure timely movement of finished goods inventory into warehouse locations. Duties are performed under general supervision following standard work procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklift to transport materials between packaging, loading, processing, and storage areas.
• Operate and follow instructions as directed by an onboard RF unit.
• Comply with all safety rules and procedures.
• Ensure pack line areas and machines are filled with packaging supplies.
• Place empty pallets in location and attach bar codes (pallet feet).
• Assist in the unloading of shuttles on and loading of trucks.
• Pull bulk pallets of flooring from warehouse to docks.
• Communicate with office staff on upcoming needs in support of the direct loading program (e.g., trailers needed, when full and need replacement).
• Load trailers in support of the direct loading program in a safe, efficient manner, avoiding damage to newly created product with proper loading techniques.
• Inspect pallets for quality assurance at designated times based on volume and product.
• Assist both the PPF lead and the DC team lead with stock variance issues to ensure proper registration of pallets.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in the outfeed area (sweeping, emptying trash/recycling bins and dumpsters).
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision.
• Follow all established standard operating procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Perform other tasks assigned by management.

Type of Experience and Knowledge

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
• 6+ months forklift experience preferred.
• Successful completion of all required on-the-job training.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.
• Must be an effective team member.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with others in the immediate work unit and in related support areas.
• Ability to follow simple verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to operate a computer.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Frequently required to reach, handle, stand, walk, sit, and stoop.
• Work in a normal industrial environment with inherent background noise, dirt, humidity, and temperature variations.
• Requires regular lifting up to 40 pounds.

About Mohawk Industries

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.