Forklift Operator - Hybrid - 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Forklift Operator is responsible for driving and operating forklifts to move materials throughout designated locations within the facility. This role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure materials are positioned correctly for storage, shipping, and processing. The operator will handle materials from and to the materials center and shipping warehouse, stack and unstack items, and present and remove materials from work areas. Additionally, the position involves serving trailers for shipping and processing, loading and unloading truck trailers, and placing items onto the forklift. The operator must ensure material is stored based on current and future needs and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. This role also includes sending and receiving duties on the loading dock, marking and scanning materials for inventory control, and communicating with other workers to adjust movements. The position requires applying acquired job skills and company policies to complete assigned tasks, with a need for occasional deviation from accepted practice. Competency in tasks beyond entry-level is expected, and the operator will typically perform assigned tasks independently.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Familiar with the workings of a forklift.
- Understands the logistics of the facility and to place items in the proper area.
- Communication skills are essential.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
- Must comply with quality, PPE requirements and safety.
- Understand the importance of complying with safety policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Certified forklift driver.
Responsibilities
- Drive and operate forklifts to move materials throughout designated locations.
- Coordinate with departments to position materials in necessary areas.
- Move materials from and to materials center and shipping warehouse.
- Stack/unstack materials for storage and shipping.
- Present and remove materials from work areas.
- Serve trailers to provide materials for shipping and processing.
- Load and unload truck trailers.
- Place items onto the forklift.
- Ensure material is stored based on current and future needs.
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on forklifts.
- Handle sending and receiving duties on the loading dock.
- Mark and scan materials for inventory control.
- Communicate with forklift drivers and workers to adjust movements.
Benefits
- Shift differential of $0.50/hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
