Fork Lift Operator

Interview: No interview. Manager to review resume for offerForklift Operator (Shipping/Receiving/Specials)

Overview

To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to

location within the manufacturing facility. Ensure all product is transported in a safe

manner.

Responsibilities

• Reads/interprets shipping schedules, stages doors, sorts by length, width,

customer, core type to create correct stacks for shipping

• Stages for shipping once wrapped

• Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational

compliance

• Fuel forklifts as required

• Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules

and regulations required with forklift operation

• Pull all production wrap lines as required

• Consolidate all orders for shipping

• Receive items into the facility/Ships all items correct to the customer

• Pay attention to detail when pulling items from Wearhouse based on work order

• Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on

weekends if business need requires

• Replace pallets/runners as necessary to maintain a safe working environment

• Must understand all shipping documents in order to understand the space required

for product

• Directs work of warehouse attendants and operators to efficiently expedite the

loading and unloading of materials

• Will also perform other related duties as assigned, which may not be specifically

listed in the job description

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment

• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a

particular field

• Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic

• Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day

• Forklift knowledge and safety procedures

• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment

• Solid verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to organize and maintain detailed records

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and have ability to multi-task

• Desirable (but not required): Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS

Word, MS Excel and Outlook, with fast and accurate data entry skills

• Ability to lift to 50+ lbs.

• Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order to

avoid having any disruptions in production and customer service

• Follow all operational and safety SOP's as written

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. (This requirement can be waived depending on

the candidate's experience)

• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment

• 2-3 Years in the field or related area

• Must read and write English

• Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities