Forklift Operator - 2nd & 3rd shift

Sika•Gastonia, NC

About The Position

Sika is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently move materials throughout its facility and support continuous production and warehouse operations. The role operates both stand-up and sit-down forklifts to handle raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products, as well as incoming and outgoing truck shipments. Operators verify material quantities and identification, maintain inventory records and documentation, store materials in designated locations, and conduct daily equipment inspections. The position also follows company safety procedures and communicates material concerns to production personnel and supervisors. The available schedules are second shift, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with overtime on Saturdays; or third shift, 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, with overtime on Friday nights. Overtime, weekends, and alternate shifts may be required as needed.

Requirements

Ability to read material labels, work orders, and production schedules.
Basic math and computer skills.
Ability to operate material handling equipment safely.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production teams.
Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and alternate shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous material handling, manufacturing, or warehouse experience preferred.
Knowledge of inventory management and material movement procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to load, unload, move, stack, and transport materials throughout the facility.
Supply production lines with raw materials, packaging supplies, and other materials needed to maintain continuous operations.
Remove finished products from production lines and transport them to designated storage or staging areas.
Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks as needed.
Verify material quantities, product identification, and labeling before transporting or storing materials.
Maintain accurate inventory records and complete required documentation.
Store materials in designated locations according to company procedures.
Perform daily forklift inspections and promptly report mechanical issues or safety concerns.
Follow company safety procedures, including forklift operation, pedestrian awareness, material handling, SOPs, and WIs.
Communicate material shortages, delays, and other concerns to production personnel and supervisors.
Assist with general production and warehouse duties as assigned.