Forklift

American Woodmark•Hamlet, NC

About The Position

The Material Handler/Forklift Operator ensures the safe and accurate movement, storage, and shipment of raw components and finished goods. The role uses equipment including stand-up and sit-down forklifts and performs all responsibilities in accordance with SOX Compliance Standards. The position is in the Materials department in Hamlet, North Carolina, and reports to the Materials Manager.

Requirements

Good communication and mathematical skills.
Ability to assess and prioritize workload.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow verbal instructions.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push or pull 40–50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and stoop throughout the shift.
Ability to comply with company policies, procedures, programs, and safety rules and regulations.
Ability to maintain good housekeeping standards.
Ability to perform necessary pre-operation activities for multiple pieces of equipment.

Nice To Haves

One year of stand-up forklift operator experience (preferred).
Certified Forklift Operator (preferred).

Responsibilities

Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts or other equipment safely and orderly.
Pick and put away raw components from RACK ID locations daily.
Use or learn Oracle Fusion Cloud Application; work with RF-Smart Scan Gun and Zebra Printer.
Complete daily PIT inspections using the WIP and I-Warehouse applications.
Transport parts safely and efficiently from staging areas to designated rack locations.
Store parts neatly and orderly while maintaining inventory accuracy.
Read and learn part numbers, carton information, and drawings.
Inspect merchandise for damaged material or packaging and report issues to the quality team.
Maintain good housekeeping by cleaning work areas, sweeping, and disposing of trash.
Practice and influence 5S initiatives in work tasks.
Communicate with support teams to help ensure continuous production flow.
Perform pre-operation activities to ensure equipment starts and operates properly across multiple pieces of equipment.
Follow company policies, procedures, programs, safety rules, ethical standards, and code of conduct.
Deliver customer service and demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in interactions with customers, visitors, and employees.
Perform related duties as assigned, including duties in cross-functional areas.