Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Base pay is $19.00 per hour, plus $1.25 per hour shift differential

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3 pm-11pm

Benefits Starting Day 1

On Demand Pay (Access To Your Pay When You Need It)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse associate assists in the warehouse by crating, pulling product, forklift operation, and unloading trucks. Associate ensures that orders are filled accurately for customer satisfaction; ensures cartons shipped are structurally sound and suitable for sale by visually inspecting cartons, repairing and re-boxing as needed.

Ensures inventory control through correct placement of product within warehouse. Ensures safety of people and materials in all locations by following Company guidelines on lifting, stacking, and operation of motorized equipment, and loading of flat beds. Performs all functions in accordance with safety policies and procedures to maintain a quality product during storage and shipment. Responsible for careful loading of product and quality crate building to assist with customer satisfaction.

Operate motorized equipment (forklift and multi-directional equipment) safely, efficiently, and accurately

Correctly fill orders from inventory

Stage product in preparation for shipment

Review dispatch log and load flat beds accordingly

Set-up materials for crate-building

Provide production with product storage racks

Change batteries and gas tanks on forklifts and report maintenance needs of motorized equipment

Perform daily preventive maintenance and safety checks on motorized equipment

Perform warehouse maintenance and warehouse housekeeping

Train on paperwork and bills of lading

Train for inventory and cycle counts

Perform other related duties and assignments as required

Attend scheduled staff meetings with the Distribution Supervisor, if required

Perform basic duties of Warehouse Associate 4 at times, based upon ability and experience

Maintain an accurate time card daily

Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on locationQualifications

High School Graduate/G.E.D

Six months experience as a Warehouse Associate 2 or six months related experience preferred

Must possess a thorough understanding of the Company distribution process and procedure

Must have good eye/hand coordination, excellent manual dexterity including a skill to use hand and electrical tools, and an ability to read and comprehend numbers

Must be able to lift up to 86lbs on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist and ability to team lift 87 to 100lbs

Must be detailed oriented, possess good communication skills, and interact well with others. Must be able to separate product by profiling color

Working Conditions: Warehouse environment with exposure to equipment noise, temperature extremes, and dust

Position requires continual lifting, twisting and bending

Must be proficient in working with hand, electrical, and pneumatic tools

Must be able to operate a multi-directional forklift safely

Safety glasses and ear plugs must be utilized as instructed

Must possess a Company motorized equipment license

Safe work performance is required from each Associate at all times

Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals

Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions

Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations

Additionally, the proper discharge of safety responsibilities is an integral part of each Associate’s performance appraisal

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Additional Information

Address: 12600 NE 40th St. Suite 300, Kansas City, MO 64161

If you would like to follow up on your application, please call .

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.