Forklift Operator

Sibelco Group•Saint Paul, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sibelco is a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals for various industries including glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. The company is committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering its people. The Forklift Operator position involves operating a forklift to move materials, load trucks for customer delivery, and maximize the use of plant space. Sibelco seeks individuals who share their values and vision to build a successful career together.

Requirements

Must successfully complete training that includes SMI safety standards and a demonstration of driving ability.
Understand and follow specific oral instructions.
Ability to bend/twist at the waist for extended periods.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to walk on flat or uneven surfaces, up and down stairs and on grass or gravel.
Ability to sit at certain workstations or in powered industrial vehicles.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to lift loads up to 50 pounds.
Ability to assist in lifting heavy loads with others.
Ability to extend arms fully.
Ability to close both hands to grasp small objects.
Ability to reach and grasp for extended periods.
Documentation & demonstrated ability to operate Forklift.
Documentation & demonstrated ability to operate Electric Pallet Jack.
Documentation & demonstrated ability to operate Hand Operated Pallet Jack.
Documentation & demonstrated ability to operate Other heavy machinery as required.

Nice To Haves

Glass processing knowledge.
High School diploma or GED.
Experience operating powered industrial vehicles.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete training that includes SMI safety standards and a demonstration of driving ability.
Operate forklift using safe practices.
Inspect forklift prior to shift start and report items that need to be addressed.
Use compressed air at the end of each shift to blow out/clean radiator and air filters.
Fuel forklift using safe practices.
Load and unload trucks with material.
Track load count per material processed.
Move material to assigned bunkers or staging area.
Assist in conducting plant maintenance and repairs.
Report incidents/accidents/near miss to shift supervisor and Plant Management and participate in safety investigations related to vehicle operations.
Identify any possible cross contamination issues in storage areas.
Identify and report to the shift supervisor and Plant Management any potential environmental hazards such as - odors, litter, excessive bird presence, vermin or leachate emanating from storage and other areas of the yard.
Performs housekeeping duties as assigned.
Wear appropriate site specific personal protective equipment (PPE), as required.
Understand and adhere to all company operating procedures and company safety policies.
Any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.