Forklift Operator

New-Indy Containerboard • Hickory, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries, and moves materials to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks. The position requires safe operation and care of forklifts, maintaining a current Fork Lift Operator License, and completing forklift inspections and maintenance work orders. The operator locates stock before production runs, supplies the correct stock to machines safely and on time, checks products against quality standards, and completes required paperwork and reports accurately and promptly. The role supports production schedules and efficient use of equipment, and may include additional duties as assigned. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Forklift certification per OSHA standards.
• Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Knowledge of product quality specifications.
• Knowledge of equipment design and capabilities sufficient to operate efficiently.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to meet the job's physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, handling or feeling with the hands, and occasional reaching.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience in the corrugated industry.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.
• Knowledge of various material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for a forklift safely and be qualified to operate it properly.
• Complete and document a forklift inspection before each shift and when operating a different forklift; submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
• Locate stock before the start of a production run.
• Deliver the appropriate stock to the appropriate machines safely and on time.
• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards.
• Complete required paperwork and reports accurately and on time, including production, equipment status, safety, and quality information.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Adhere to the daily production schedule and recommend schedule optimizations to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Maintain a current Fork Lift Operator License.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED