Forklift Driver - 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries•Rockwall, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Driver is responsible for safely operating and caring for a forklift and supporting production and shipping activities. The role involves inspecting equipment, moving stock and finished goods, maintaining accurate inventory locations and paperwork, and following production schedules, safety procedures, and housekeeping standards. The position is based in Rockwall, Texas, reports to the Shipping Manager, and is scheduled for third shift, 11:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Overtime may be required as needed.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
Calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school math concepts.
Use common-sense reasoning to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Have working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

Operate and care for the forklift safely and be qualified to operate it properly.
Complete and document a forklift inspection before the start of a shift and when operating a different forklift; submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
Locate stock before production runs and safely deliver the correct stock to the appropriate machines on time.
Remove finished goods from machines and maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks in storage areas.
Complete required paperwork and reports accurately and on time, including production, machine operational status, safety, and quality data.
Maintain accurate stock locations using paperwork and computer systems.
Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed.
Follow the daily production schedule and recommend schedule changes to support cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
Assist other forklift operators as needed and serve as backup to the Shipping Lead Person.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.
Perform additional duties assigned by management.