Forklift Driver 1 (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Monday - Saturday: 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM Responsibilities Material Handling & Team Support Load and unload aluminum billets or extrusion bundles and transport them safely across the facility Deliver billets to presses, load billet heaters, or support packing lines with finished goods delivery Ensure the correct materials are placed in staging areas for upcoming production needs Organize and rotate inventory using FIFO (first in, first out) principles Handle aluminum carefully to avoid damage such as dents, scratches, or contamination Safety & Equipment Compliance Perform daily pre-operation inspections on assigned forklift and document findings Follow all OSHA and company-specific safety protocols under CCR Title 8, Section 3668 Keep work areas clean, clear, and organized to ensure safe operations Report equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or damaged materials promptly Inventory & Documentation Maintain accurate records for location and status of billets or finished product Assist with organizing loads by customer, press, or order to streamline workflow Teamwork & Communication Coordinate with press crews, packers, and supervisors to align material flow with production schedules Communicate clearly via radio or in-person to ensure safe and efficient forklift movements Support general plant operations and assist team members as needed
Requirements
- 1+ years of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing setting (aluminum extrusion preferred).
- Ability to handle long, heavy, or fragile loads safely
- Basic math and computer skills for inventory logging and process tracking
- Excellent spatial awareness and judgment in tight operating zones
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and off-shifts based on production needs
- High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- Valid forklift operator certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire
- Valid California driver’s license preferred
Responsibilities
- Load and unload aluminum billets or extrusion bundles and transport them safely across the facility
- Deliver billets to presses, load billet heaters, or support packing lines with finished goods delivery
- Ensure the correct materials are placed in staging areas for upcoming production needs
- Organize and rotate inventory using FIFO (first in, first out) principles
- Handle aluminum carefully to avoid damage such as dents, scratches, or contamination
- Perform daily pre-operation inspections on assigned forklift and document findings
- Follow all OSHA and company-specific safety protocols under CCR Title 8, Section 3668
- Keep work areas clean, clear, and organized to ensure safe operations
- Report equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or damaged materials promptly
- Maintain accurate records for location and status of billets or finished product
- Assist with organizing loads by customer, press, or order to streamline workflow
- Coordinate with press crews, packers, and supervisors to align material flow with production schedules
- Communicate clearly via radio or in-person to ensure safe and efficient forklift movements
- Support general plant operations and assist team members as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
