Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Multimatic • Fort Wayne, IN

3d

About The Position

This is a fast paced environment requiring excellent communication skills, teamwork and the ability to organize and prioritize.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 – 2 years’ experience operating forklift equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English.
• Ability to write effective correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Effectively represent the company professionally to customers, clients, suppliers, truck drivers and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers and multiply and divide.
• Ability to use the aforementioned skills using units of US dollars, weight measurement, volume and distance.
• Ability to use micrometers and dial calipers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems in standardized situations.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools or controls; reach and lift with hands and arms; talk, see and hear.
• The employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is required to rotate their torso and view behind them to operate required equipment.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must work all scheduled overtime and emergencies, and have the flexibility to work various shift hours.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving parts.
• The employee may be exposed to electromagnetic fields, risk of electric shock and vibration.
• The employee may occasionally work in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Employee may be subject to temperature extremes for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• Prior shipping and receiving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Must obtain a Multimatic forklift license and complete crane training and operate each safely and effectively
• Possess high forklift skill level
• Must be able to drive, load and unload materials, components and equipment in confined spaces
• Must be able to safely stack and unstack containers/racks
• Able to effectively and efficiently utilize time and follow standardized routes as instructed
• Must adhere to all Safety requirements and protocols
• Report immediately any accidents, near misses, collisions, etc.
• Report immediately any inventory discrepancies, damaged racking & containers
• Performs any other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees