Forklift Driver

Pittsburgh Glass Works•Elkin, NC

5d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Vitro of Elkin has an opening for an Hourly Forklift Driver with the rate of pay at $19.50 per hour. Apply today! When applying, You MUST activate the check mark box in the TEXT MESSAGES box to receive texts about the status of your application. Those that meet criteria qualifications will be contacted about an onsite interview (300 PGW Dr Elkin, NC 28621). Must upload a resume to be considered. When applying, You are free to opt-out at any time but if you do not check mark the TEXT MESSAGES box, Vitro can not text you about the status of your application. Texting will be disabled. Job Description: Keep proper glass stocked at the load stations. Remove full racks of glass from the unload stations. Set empty racks in place to keep the line running Set up finished stocked containers Set empty finished stock containers onto the packing stations Place starter tickets on finished stock containers at the time they are set onto the packing stations Remove finished stock containers, ticket, upend, close and place in the finished stock storage areas Keep paper and lash boards and materials for closing containers stocked and ready Empty paper hoppers and scrap glass hoppers and manage storage of scrap vinyl bins Must become qualified as a Vitro Fork Truck Operator even if you have a certification card from elsewhere Physical Requirements, Safety and Work Environment: 1. Must be able to safely operate a forklift. 2. Performs duties within normal industrial environmental conditions and outside and may encounter extreme heat, cold, wet or dangerous weather conditions. 3. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. 4. Must be able to push/pull, grip to use hand tools, reach, see, hear and speak. 5. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time. 6. Associate must follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building. 7. Must follow all PPE requirements.

Requirements

Must be able to safely operate a forklift.
Performs duties within normal industrial environmental conditions and outside and may encounter extreme heat, cold, wet or dangerous weather conditions.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to push/pull, grip to use hand tools, reach, see, hear and speak.
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Associate must follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
Must follow all PPE requirements.
Ability to work Holidays, Weekends and Overtime
Good attendance is important to our team Vitro. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a history of good attendance and who welcome overtime.
Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to pass the Pre-employment background check & drug screen test
Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Must be 18 years of age or older
ALL CANDIDATES MUST UPLOAD A RESUME to be considered

Responsibilities

Keep proper glass stocked at the load stations.
Remove full racks of glass from the unload stations.
Set empty racks in place to keep the line running
Set up finished stocked containers
Set empty finished stock containers onto the packing stations
Place starter tickets on finished stock containers at the time they are set onto the packing stations
Remove finished stock containers, ticket, upend, close and place in the finished stock storage areas
Keep paper and lash boards and materials for closing containers stocked and ready
Empty paper hoppers and scrap glass hoppers and manage storage of scrap vinyl bins
Must become qualified as a Vitro Fork Truck Operator even if you have a certification card from elsewhere

Benefits

Competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, STD, life insurance, and 401k with company match
Direct Deposit / Paid Weekly on Friday's - Starting wage $19.50 per hour
$1.00 Shift differential pay for any hours worked from 3pm - 7am
Required PPE including shoes will be provided
Paid Holidays and Vacation
Safety Recognition Program
Employee of the Month recognition
Perfect Attendance Bonus
Regular performance reviews with opportunities for growth and movement within company
Paid lunch breaks