Loader I

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transport a variety of windows/doors
• Load and unload transport, bulk and route trucks according to safe work instructions
• Use proper loading procedure
• Safe product handling and body mechanics
• Drive a forklift, or use a pallet jack or other freight for transit
• Strict attention to order accuracy in loading and unloading trucks
• Comply with shipper / receiver documentation identifying what order to place jobs on tracker or where to take dock transfers
• Complete Strap Log Documentation
• Inspect units for defects or improper packaging
• Accurately scan units
• Place envelops and packages with their stops
• Housekeeping
• Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location
• Interact and communicate with employees in an appropriate manner
• Be available on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis
• Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner

Qualifications

• Acquire and Maintain Forklift Certification
• Acquire and Maintain Pallet Jack Certification

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 125 pounds through team lifting
• Work shifts of at least 8 hours, and occasionally longer, for 5 days each week
• Stand for prolonged periods
• Bend, climb or balance
• Straighten, kneel, crouch or crawl as necessary
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

Work Environment

• Exposure to climactic variations, fumes or airborne particles, various levels of vibration, and moving mechanical parts
• Variety of different types of Personal Protective Equipment may be required based on the employee's work location
• No travel is required
• The noise level in the work environment may require hearing protection