Checker Loader (Forklift Operator)

Carpenter • Richmond, VA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Checker Loader (Forklift Operator) in our Carpet Cushion Department, at our Richmond Plant location. Checker Loaders are responsible for safely and efficiently unloading/loading trucks and performing final quality check on finished product and load on trailer per customer requirements. This position plays a vital supply-chain role by ensuring inventory is efficiently moved through the manufacturing plant while strictly adhering to workplace safety standards and paperwork. This position is Monday through Friday, 1st Shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Additionally, in order to meet production needs, all employees in our manufacturing industry are expected to work more than 8-hour shifts and on weekends (if needed).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience operating forklift in a manufacturing, chemical, or production environment
• Must be forklift certified and go successfully pass Carpenter Co.'s Forklift Certification process
• Spatial Skills
• Team Work
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Dependability
• Quality, Quantity

Responsibilities

• Load trucks in proper sequence.
• Check loading tickets.
• Lockout trailers before loading and unlock once loading is complete.
• Use forklift to load trailers as needed.
• Record and track information in inventory control system.
• Verify trucks have been loaded properly.
• Move stock in loading area as necessary.
• Inspect trailers for damage.
• Run manifest and bills of lading.
• Handle rolls of carpet cushion up to 80 lbs
• Lock out and chock wheels.
• Must successfully be forklift certified.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED