Fork Truck Driver (Union)

IMTT•Lemont, IL

11d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for completing the Forklift Training course. The position is also responsible for adhering to policies, procedures, and Union Contract. Minimize negative impacts to the environment in all areas of operation. Identify and record problems (non-conformances, incidents and near misses); initiate, provide, implement, and verify solutions to those problems. The Forklift Operator must also make continuous improvement in all areas pertaining to the job which include quality, health, safety, security, and environmental.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in the seasonal and/or utility operations of this plant, or documented experience at another packaging facility
Valid Driver’s License
TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT’s terminal locations.
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Ability to understand and communicate in written and verbal communication in the English language.
Ability to make decisions in a variable environment.
Ability to communicate with all other terminal departments.
Knowledge of basic mathematics. (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions).
The ability to utilize simple hand tools, such as knives, tape dispensers, hot melt glue guns, hand pallet jack, etc.
The ability to operate corrugated balers and manual stretch wrap machinery
The ability to operate automated palletizing and stretch wrap equipment.
Ability to see (20/20) with no color vision deficiencies and hear either naturally or using corrective lenses or hearing aids
Must be able to carry up to 65 pounds.
Must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces, climb ladders including heights over 60 feet, and negotiate uneven surfaces.
Must be able to wear and use a respirator.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all facility rules, company policies and operational procedures
Report all incidents and unsafe situations immediately to the Supervisor on duty
Provide safe handling and documentation on tasks performed
Ensure that all operations are conducted in a clean and efficient manner and adhere to housekeeping policies
Attend all required safety, environmental, quality and operations training classes
Safe and proper operation of the following equipment: Corrugated Baler and Manual Stretch Wrap
Safe and proper operation of electric and/or propane powered forklift trucks
Recognize and report questionable materials or deficient quality processes
Safe and proper operation of automated palletizing and stretch wrapping equipment
Recognize and differentiate various customer products, codes, and packaging
Ensure that all task paperwork that a Forklift Operator is responsible for is filled out in its entirety. This includes all shipping and warehousing paperwork associated with the movement.