Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Unimacts Global•Sloan, NV

67d•Onsite

About The Position

Unimacts is a contract manufacturing and supply chain management company in the solar and wind sectors, experiencing significant growth due to the Inflation Reduction Act. The company is seeking 2nd shift (4PM-2AM) Forklift and Combi-Lift Operators for its Sloan, Nevada operations. This role is hands-on and actively contributes to the development of the manufacturing facility. The operator will be responsible for efficiently and safely handling and moving materials within the facility.

Requirements

Know how to operate cranes, hoists, 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.
Load or unload materials from transport vehicles such as pallets, skids, or cars, either manually or mechanically.
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.