Forklift Operator (Sidney OH Warehouse)

Pratt Industries•Wapakoneta, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates a forklift to handle, store, and deliver materials in a production environment. The role supports safety, productivity, and timely deliveries by preparing stock for machines, removing and organizing finished goods, and maintaining accurate inventory locations and records. The scheduled hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday, noon to 8 p.m. Hours are subject to change to 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Friday. The operator completes equipment inspections, reports maintenance needs, and works with other operators and management to keep production equipment operating according to the daily schedule. The position also involves completing production, machine-status, safety, and quality reports; maintaining a clean workspace; and following company policies and safety procedures. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a current, valid forklift operator license. Previous experience in the corrugated industry and/or as a forklift operator is preferred. The work involves frequent standing, walking, reaching, and other physical activity, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds, and exposure to machinery, noise, and other production-environment conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid and current Forklift Operator License.
Ability to read and interpret factory instructions and safety guidelines.
Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic calculations involving percentages, measurements, volume, and rate.
Ability to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and solve basic operational problems using common sense.
Knowledge of forklift design, capabilities, and operational efficiency.
Familiarity with product layouts, production specifications, and quality standards.
Ability to frequently stand, walk, use hands, reach with arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
Ability to occasionally sit and lift or move up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the corrugated industry.
Previous experience as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and maintain forklifts in compliance with safety guidelines and operating procedures.
Inspect forklifts before shifts and when using new equipment, and submit maintenance work orders for repairs as needed.
Locate and prepare stock for delivery to machines before each shift to support efficient workflow.
Remove finished goods from machines and ensure they are properly stored and labeled.
Organize and maintain stock in designated storage areas.
Complete inventory, production, safety, and other required paperwork accurately.
Keep stock-location information current in physical storage areas and computer systems.
Maximize equipment use by helping machinery operate at full capacity and speed in accordance with the daily production schedule.
Assist other forklift operators and provide support as needed, including serving as a backup for the Shipping Lead.
Complete reports covering production data, machine status, safety compliance, and quality assurance.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards, and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Meet or exceed annually communicated quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity standards.
Work with management to set annual professional-development goals.
Contribute to teamwork, communication, respectful conduct, and suggestions for operational improvements.