Night Shift Chemical/Flaking Stand-up Forklift Operator I

CREMER North America, LP • Cincinnati, OH

17d • $0 - $21

About The Position

The Chemical Flaking Stand-up Forklift Operator is responsible for performing duties and operating equipment needed to support the continuous, effective operation of the Flaking department and meet production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. The position reports directly to the Flaking Supervisor.

This role follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, working 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and including every other weekend. Employees must be willing to work overtime as needed. The company provides training according to its written training program for this position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or be earning one within a designated period following the hire date.
• At least 1 year of stand-up forklift experience.
• At least 1 year of continuous work history with a company.
• Ability to work in high and low ambient temperatures.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule.
• Ability to change elevation using ramps, stairs, and ladders.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including more than one hour.
• Ability to independently lift up to 50 pounds frequently during a shift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Willingness to work weekends as required by the rotating schedule.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of stand-up forklift experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts.
• Transport supersacks into warehouse storage after processing.
• Operate equipment such as supersack and filling machines.
• Perform facility and equipment washouts and changeovers.
• Follow product manufacturing procedures and complete required documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards; keep equipment and the work area clean and organized.
• Perform autonomous maintenance, including cleaning, inspecting, lubricating, and tightening equipment to maintain its base condition.
• Perform basic computer tasks and transfer inventory using electronic scanning and required paperwork.
• Lead or support continuous-improvement activities using established methods.
• Follow safety, environmental, quality, security, customer, and regulatory requirements, including applicable local, state, and federal regulations and RC14001 requirements.
• Help maintain a safe work environment and adhere to task, departmental, site, and company safety rules and standards.
• Maintain hazardous waste in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Listen and respond to customers, suppliers, and employees, including responding promptly to customer concerns.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality, and food-safety requirements; maintain relevant training and report food-safety, security, or quality issues to management or the HACCP team.
• Support new business opportunities with flexible and innovative strategies and use resources cost-effectively.
• Strive for continuous improvement, demonstrate willingness to learn, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing, up to 9%.
• Vacation, 10 paid holidays, and personal days.
• Annual bonus of up to $2,000.
• Perfect-attendance rewards.
• Skill-based raises and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.
• Overtime availability.
• Referral bonus of up to $1,500.
• A rotating schedule described as allowing employees to work 15 days per month.

What This Job Offers

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