Forklift Operator

ITW•Decatur, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 250 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins, and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Sexton business fits within the ITW Drawform Division and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and after-market filter shells and is seeking a Forklift Operator that will be located at the Decatur, AL facility. This Forklift Operator is responsible for properly loading, unloading, storing, verifying, and shipping materials in plant. The incumbent will also ensure the shipment of customer samples and finished goods, receive, and accurately store raw materials and packaging materials, and handle additional incoming and outgoing shipments. Verify and keep record of incoming finished goods including product description and storage placement. Rotate finished goods for FIFO shipping. Ensure finished goods are labeled and packaged properly for shipment. Remain informed regarding the current shipping schedule and key information for carrier needs. Pull, stage, verify and load finished goods onto trucks according to pick ticket and other shipping documents. Store, ship, and monitor customer sample inventory. Assist with shipping smaller packages using the UPS Software system. Receive, store, and rotate raw material in addition to verifying raw material received matches all packing slips. Communicate any discrepancies to the Materials Coordinator and Warehouse Manager. Document and receive items such as packaging materials, parts, machinery, UPS packages, paint and other raw materials and verify these items are accounted for on packing slips. Store old corrugated cardboard and load for recycling as needed. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe warehouse by placing all materials in the proper areas. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Forklift Truck certification required
Must be able complete OSHA Forklift Certification Exam
Able to lift approximately 20 – 40 pounds on a regular basis
Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations
Ability to work independently, manage projects and complete assignments in a timely manner
Self-starter; works with minimal supervision; capable of offering up and making decisions
Effective oral, interpersonal and written communication skills
Team-player with aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain keen vision and mental awareness while practicing careful attention to detail
Ability to collaborate with team members to support troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities

Responsibilities

Properly loading, unloading, storing, verifying, and shipping materials in plant
Ensure the shipment of customer samples and finished goods
Receive and accurately store raw materials and packaging materials
Handle additional incoming and outgoing shipments
Verify and keep record of incoming finished goods including product description and storage placement
Rotate finished goods for FIFO shipping
Ensure finished goods are labeled and packaged properly for shipment
Remain informed regarding the current shipping schedule and key information for carrier needs
Pull, stage, verify and load finished goods onto trucks according to pick ticket and other shipping documents
Store, ship, and monitor customer sample inventory
Assist with shipping smaller packages using the UPS Software system
Receive, store, and rotate raw material in addition to verifying raw material received matches all packing slips
Communicate any discrepancies to the Materials Coordinator and Warehouse Manager
Document and receive items such as packaging materials, parts, machinery, UPS packages, paint and other raw materials and verify these items are accounted for on packing slips
Store old corrugated cardboard and load for recycling as needed
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe warehouse by placing all materials in the proper areas
Perform other duties as required