Forklift Operator

Coastal Employment • Hardeeville, SC

16d

About The Position

We have a thriving industrial packaging company in the Hardeeville area that's looking for a career minded individual. Job Summary: Material Handlers, under supervision of the Production Supervisor, is primarily responsible for driving a sit - down forklift to deliver raw materials to production, occasionally take finished goods to the warehouse, and/or load trucks for shipment of orders. This position is also responsible for a variety of other tasks involved with keeping production running smoothly and the overall cleanliness and organization of the plant.

Requirements

• Prior forklift experience
• Ability to operate a forklift to move pallets, products and waste about the plant in a safe manner
• Ability to read various measurement equipment including a tape measure, ability to operate various hand tools including a pneumatic nail gun and circular saw
• Ability to read and interpret work orders
• Must be self - motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision
• Excellent attendance required
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Visually inspecting products, aisle ways and forklift
• Communicating with employees and management
• Sitting on lift for approximately 75% of the work day, remainder of time spent stooping, bending, lifting and moving about plant
• Must have at least 2 Years' experience operating a forklift, with Reach and/or Clamp Truck experience.
• At least 1 years’ experience in a fast - paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to pull inventory with provided schedules.
• HS Diploma or GED Required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas or electric forklift for majority of shift, moving pallets, products about plant
• Remove strapping/and or stretch film on pallets as needed
• Deliver correct raw materials to production lines per work orders
• Clean waste from lines on a consistent basis, weigh waste and place in baler area
• Assist at baler area as needed
• Assist on production lines or in warehouse as needed
• Communicate with Supervisors, Leads and other Material Handlers via handheld radio and in person regarding production and warehouse needs
• Perform other duties assigned by management as required

What This Job Offers

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