Forklift Operator

Pennex Aluminum CompanyWellsville, PA
12d$19 - $23Onsite

About The Position

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Forklift Operator - Night Shift in our Wellsville, PA location. The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently transports materials using the forklift, which is a powered industrial truck equipped with forks or a platform for lifting and carrying heavy objects. This position is a 12-hour shift from 7pm to 7am with rotating days.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One or more years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
  • Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  • Must attend and pass Forklift Operators Safety course.
  • Must possess a valid Forklift License.
  • Must be authorized to work in the US; Sponsorships are not available.
  • Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
  • Must have regular attendance.

Responsibilities

  • Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
  • Positions forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, extrusions, or logs and transports load to designated area.
  • Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
  • Loads and unloads trucks as required.
  • Empties trash containers as needed.
  • Places empty baskets on wheels for saw crews.
  • Empties scrap hoppers, separating alloy 6061 from 6063 as directed.
  • Loads and unloads heat treat ovens and moves metal to next department or area.
  • Follows proper procedures, starts Age Ovens selecting proper cycles. Completes documentation and charts as required.
  • Monitors Age Cycles periodically to assure proper operation.
  • Ensures forklift is maintained in a safe working order. Reports defects or problems to shift supervisor. Completes preventive maintenance and corresponding paperwork as directed.
  • Replaces propane bottle refueling forklift as required. Places empty bottle in proper storage area.
  • Assists with maintaining a neat and orderly plant, insuring aisleways are kept clear. Performs general housekeeping duties as directed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) with matching contribution
  • Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
  • Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunity for career growth and advancement
  • Daily pay available
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
  • Wellness incentive program
  • Regular employee celebrations and events
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