Forklift Operator - 1st Shift
About The Position
Unimacts is seeking a 1st shift (5AM-3:30PM) Forklift and Combi-Lift Operators to join our bustling Sloan, Nevada operations. Known as "industrial business athletes," our employees excel in diverse roles. The core responsibility for this position is hands-on, active participation in the development of our Sloan manufacturing facility. As a 10-Ton Forklift and Combi-Lift Operator, you'll be the driving force in handling and moving materials efficiently and safely within our Sloan facility. We have multiple roles to fill, so apply today to be considered for this great opportunity!
Requirements
- Know how to operate forklift and other material-moving equipment.
- Safely operate vehicles designated for material transport.
- Efficiently load shipments or materials.
- Properly position material-handling equipment for operations.
- Ensure the cargo is secure for transport.
- Communicate effectively for coordinated material handling.
- Check cargo areas for cleanliness and condition.
- Skill in moving materials, equipment, or supplies.
- Mark materials for identification and weigh them for compliance.
- Maintain and clean vehicles and components.
- Install necessary parts or attachments in material-handling equipment.
- Inspect machinery to identify errors or defects.
- Efficiently handle and move objects.
- Evaluate information to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Record or store information in written or digital form.
- Skill in servicing, repairing, and adjusting mechanical equipment.
- High school diploma completed.
- Proven experience as a forklift operator.
- Must successfully complete the Forklift Driver Licensing process.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Basic experience in equipment maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Operate levers or controls to manipulate lifting devices like forklifts, hoists, or elevating platforms for the purpose of loading, unloading, or transporting materials.
- Safely operate gasoline- or electric-powered forklifts to move materials across various areas including loading docks, processing zones, and storage sectors.
- Whether manually or mechanically, load or unload materials from transport vehicles such as pallets, skids, or cars.
- Properly position and secure lifting devices to move loaded pallets or boxes safely to their designated locations.
- Inspect the load for accuracy and secure transportation throughout the facility to guarantee timely and complete deliveries.
- Signal coworkers for the discharge, dumping, or leveling of materials.
- Weigh materials or products and accurately log weight or other production data.
- Conduct regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, battery recharging, fueling, or gas tank replacements on vehicles or auxiliary equipment.
- Handle automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines as required.
- Utilize valves and chutes to unload materials into designated hoppers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
