Forklift Operator

RAND-WHITNEY CONTAINER LLC•Pawtucket, RI

28d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and move them between storage areas, machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage facilities. The role is based at Rand Whitney Container in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and is a full-time, first-shift manufacturing position. The listed hourly salary range is $19.00–$25.50. The operator safely delivers stock to machines, follows the daily production schedule, completes required production and safety documentation, and inspects forklifts before a shift and when starting to operate a different forklift. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Employees must maintain valid forklift and driver’s licenses. The work environment is usually loud and includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, frequent exposure to wet or humid conditions, and occasional exposure to heights, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.

Requirements

Previous forklift experience required.
Maintain a valid forklift license.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities sufficient to operate equipment efficiently.
Working knowledge of layouts, production specifications, and product quality specifications.
Excellent team-building and interpersonal skills.
High degree of attention to prevent injury to others and promote a safe work environment.
Ability to use warehouse scanners.
Attention to detail and focused concentration.
Ability to complete tasks requiring a particular speed or productivity quota.
Ability to adhere to process protocols and apply established protocols in a timely manner.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of corrugated packaging or general manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a forklift safely.
Deliver appropriate stock to the appropriate machines safely and on time.
Complete and document a forklift inspection form before the start of a shift and when operating a new forklift.
Submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
Adhere to the daily production schedule.
Recommend schedule improvements to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
Complete assigned forms and reports accurately and on time, including production data, machine operational status, safety data, and quality data.
Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed.
Complete special projects and assignments as business dictates.
Maintain, create, and control personally identifiable or otherwise protected information in accordance with applicable confidentiality and privacy standards, company policies, and regulations.