Forklift Driver (1st Shift)

Bay Cities Container•Pico Rivera, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bay Cities has an exciting temporary-to-potential-hire opportunity for a Forklift Operator at our manufacturing facility in Pico Rivera, in partnership with a staffing agency. This position is responsible for safely operating a forklift to move finished goods and materials to and from machines and conveyor lines, supplying materials to machine operators, and receiving palletized and non-palletized materials, including bale packs.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED required
Must have ability to see and differential color
Use of computer skills
Strong organizational & communication skills: Writing, Speaking, Reading
Ability to recommend and implement customer solutions to drive top and bottom-line improvement.
Ability to handle multiple projects within a fast pace work environment.
Valid Driver's License with DMV evidence of good driving record.
Interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple duties in a rapidly changing environment.
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to operate a sit-down propane forklift
Able to distinguish various paper flutes and grades
Able to type on a keyboard with speed and accuracy
Read tape measure with speed and accuracy
Calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate
Apply concepts of high school math
Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
Product layouts and production specifications.
Meet quality standards
Must pass background and reference checks, drug screen, and physical examination prior to employment.
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or request an accommodation for religious or medical reasons and submit to weekly COVID testing if approved.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Operates forklift in a safe manner.
Completes and documents daily forklift inspection before and after each shift.
Reports any damages or required maintenance work orders to supervisor as needed for repairs.
Delivers appropriate stock to machines before the start of the run and during the shift.
Removes all finish goods from machines and conveyor lines.
Maintains orderly, neat, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas.
Completes all necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
Records all stock material on computer and delivery receipt.
Maximizes the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery safely at available capacity and speed.
Adheres to daily production schedule.
Provides pallet counts, dimensions and weights as requested.
Ensures all product is properly stacked and stored.
Assists other forklift operators as needed.
Secures loaded materials for transportation.
Reports any arising issues immediately to Supervisor.
Photographs all outside carrier pick-ups for record keeping.
Scans merchandise when being moved from one location to another.
Changes propane tanks when needed.
Ensures the compliance of safety guidelines.
Wears the proper safety equipment for the environment including safety glasses and steel toe shoes.
Maneuvers materials with and without pallets with accuracy and efficiency.
Manages housekeeping by ensuring all scrap materials are taken to the baler as well as cleanliness and straightness of on hand stock and materials.
Performs other related duties as needed.