Forklift Operator

ITW • Houston, TX

25d • Onsite

About The Position

Job Description: Essential Job Functions: Operate forklift and aisle stacker in sitting and standing positions Bale scrap film using compactor Is responsible for taking care of routine machine maintenance and keeping work area in neat condition Follows all safety rules regarding machine operation Job Qualifications: Requires a valid Valeron Forklift license Work Conditions: Environmental Conditions: (Dust, fumes, heat, cold, noise, vibration, toxic conditions, work hazards, etc.) Controlled environment, noise from refrigeration equipment, etc. – Activity: Work is performed in doors on concrete floors involving extreme temperatures. Requires safety shoes, ear plugs, and safety glasses. Must be able to occasionally climb stairs and work elevations of more than 20 feet. Work in high noise levels that requires ear plugs. Must be physically able to occasionally exert up to 125 pounds of push/pull force. Must be willing to work 12 hours 4 weeks rotating shifts Must be willing to perform job functions following set safety procedures Machines, Tools, Equipment, Work Aids Fork lift, electrical hoist, crane, hand held wrenches, utility knife, safety glasses, ear plugs, and close toe shoes. Compensation Information: Job Requirements: Sufficient reading and writing ability to follow work order instructions, tag films and fill out forklift inspection list Basic math skills to weigh and record scrap film, drool, resin concentrates, and film Must be able to learn to operate industrial machines such as compactor Must be able to work in a team environment Must be able to anticipate, evaluate, and consider the consequences of various actions Sufficient visual acuity (corrected) to read instructions, and operate the forklift and aisle stacker Recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes. Work with constant noise at a level requiring the use of earplugs. Demonstrate good job attendance and punctuality ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At ITW, we think and act like entrepreneurs. We embrace autonomy, make decisions and take ownership to create innovative solutions for our customers all over the world. ITW is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader. Our seven industry-leading business segments offer career development and learning opportunities in more than 50 countries across the globe. We’re committed to investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities at each stage throughout the employee life cycle. Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner. We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together. The ITW Business Model gives us the tools to focus on what’s most important, and we’re grounded in our values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect and Shared Risk.

Requirements

• Requires a valid Valeron Forklift license
• Sufficient reading and writing ability to follow work order instructions, tag films and fill out forklift inspection list
• Basic math skills to weigh and record scrap film, drool, resin concentrates, and film
• Must be able to learn to operate industrial machines such as compactor
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Must be able to anticipate, evaluate, and consider the consequences of various actions
• Sufficient visual acuity (corrected) to read instructions, and operate the forklift and aisle stacker
• Recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes.
• Work with constant noise at a level requiring the use of earplugs.
• Demonstrate good job attendance and punctuality
• Must be willing to work 12 hours 4 weeks rotating shifts
• Must be willing to perform job functions following set safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and aisle stacker in sitting and standing positions
• Bale scrap film using compactor
• Is responsible for taking care of routine machine maintenance and keeping work area in neat condition
• Follows all safety rules regarding machine operation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees