Forklift Operator - Materials 1st Shift

Multimatic • Fort Wayne, IN

6d

About The Position

This role supports material handling in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to organize and prioritize. The operator must obtain a Multimatic forklift license, complete crane training, and operate both safely and effectively. The position involves moving materials, components, and equipment in confined spaces, safely stacking and unstacking containers and racks, following standardized routes, and complying with safety protocols. The operator must promptly report accidents, near misses, collisions, inventory discrepancies, and damaged racking or containers. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor or designee.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of forklift operation experience in a manufacturing environment. Prior shipping and receiving experience is preferred. Employees must be able to work scheduled overtime and emergencies and have flexibility to work various shift hours.

The job involves frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling objects and controls, reaching, lifting, and communicating. It also requires climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, and rotating the torso to view behind while operating equipment. Employees frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds. The work environment includes moving machinery, possible exposure to electromagnetic fields, electric shock risk and vibration, occasional work at high precarious places, and occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Noise is usually loud, and employees may experience temperature extremes for extended periods.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience operating forklift equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain a Multimatic forklift license and complete crane training.
• High forklift skill level.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple English instructions, correspondence, and memos; write effective correspondence; and present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to represent the company professionally to customers, clients, suppliers, truck drivers, and other employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, including using US dollars and units of weight, volume, and distance.
• Ability to use micrometers and dial calipers.
• Ability to follow detailed but straightforward written instructions and address problems in standardized situations.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Must work all scheduled overtime and emergencies and be flexible to work various shift hours.

Nice To Haves

• Prior shipping and receiving experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a Multimatic forklift license and complete crane training; operate the equipment safely and effectively.
• Drive, load, and unload materials, components, and equipment in confined spaces.
• Safely stack and unstack containers and racks.
• Use time effectively and follow standardized routes as instructed.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and protocols.
• Immediately report accidents, near misses, collisions, and similar incidents.
• Immediately report inventory discrepancies and damaged racking or containers.
• Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee.

What This Job Offers

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