Forklift Operator
About The Position
The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move pipe and material within the plant. This role requires adherence to safety regulations, including speed and load limits, and performing pre-shift inspections of the forklift. The operator will maintain equipment fluid, fuel, and lubrication levels, and report any mechanical or safety issues. Communication with production and shipping teams is crucial for smooth operations, ensuring production buildings are maintained with full entry tables and empty exit tables. The role also involves delivering documentation to truck drivers, inspecting product loads for accuracy, and transporting pipe between production buildings, racks, and trucks. Loading trucks and completing any assigned tasks by the supervisor are also key responsibilities.
Requirements
- Must be able to read and understand the Standard Operating Procedure for the position held.
- At least six (6) months as heavy-duty equipment operator or heavy forklift operator.
- Must follow basic Safety Rules and Regulations.
Responsibilities
- Operates forklift to move pipe and material
- Observes and respects speed limits in plant.
- Observes and respects load limits of forklift being operated.
- Inspect the forklift prior start the shift and fill out the check list.
- Maintains fluid, fuel and lubrication levels on equipment being operated.
- Reports any mechanical, electrical or safety problems to Foreman and Maintenance.
- Submits reports and documentation concerning loading to Foreman or Supervision.
- Constant communication by radio with production to keep the buildings running properly.
- Constant communication by radio with shipping team to execute the shipping process properly.
- Maintain the production buildings with the entry tables full and exit tables empty
- Delivers documentation to truck drivers as required.
- Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery.
- Transports pipe from production buildings to the racks.
- Transports pipe from the racks to trucks.
- Loads trucks with pipe from shipping bay or stocking area.
- Responsible for completing any assignments given by Supervisor, even those assignments not specifically listed in this job description.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
