Forklift Operator- 1st Shift
Cardinal Glass Industries•Buckeye, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Forklift Operator in the Shipping department is responsible for accurately and safely loading trucks and transporting glass throughout the facility to meet daily shipping requirements at Cardinal IG, a world-class glass fabricator that leads the nation in providing the highest quality insulating glass products for the residential window and door industry.
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of sit-down forklift experience is required
- Must be 18 years or older
Nice To Haves
- Consistent work history in glass manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
Responsibilities
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety practices and guidelines
- Inspect racks for quality and verify the product is loaded accurately to meet or exceed Cardinal and customer expectations
- Safely operate powered equipment while transporting glass throughout the facility and loading and unloading products
- Ensure the driving zone is clear from debris or hazards by maintaining a clean work environment
- Operate manipulator to pack glass into wooden crates, if necessary
- Ensure all rejected glass is dumped into recycling bins
- Utilize handheld scanners when loading trailers to create bill of lading
- Communicate with IG department to stage racks required for production
- Utilize the wrap machine or shrink-wrap racks manually
- Ensure open communication with manager and team by ensuring radio remains on while working on the plant floor
- Willingness to seek out additional roles and responsibilities within your department
- Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively, ensuring all radio calls are answered
- Assist the team, leads, and management in achieving departmental objectives
- Strong organization and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to read, write, and communicate in English
- Perform housekeeping tasks in the workspace to maintain a clean work area
- Requires regular in-person attendance
- May be required to work overtime, different shifts, and perform additional tasks to meet company needs and deadlines
Benefits
- Potential Monthly Profit-Sharing Plan
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
- Generous Employee Referral Program
- Cross-training and growth advancement opportunities
- Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
- Lifer and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Observes 9 Paid Holidays
- Safety Shoes/Glasses Allowance
- Work-life balance- various shifts available
- Climate-controlled facility and covered parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
