BCP - Forklift Operator (18478)

PABCO Building Products•Colorado Springs, CO

18h•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. The Forklift Operator position supports the yard, plant, dispatch, and customer service teams in all areas of yard, inventory, and completed production placement within the yard. This role is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation, and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1-2 years’ experience forklift experience, loading/unloading
On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties and become forklift certified by Basalite
Working knowledge of forklift use and maintenance
Knowledge of Safety rules, regulations and procedures
Ability to listen and follow directions
Requires basic math, reading and writing skills
Ability to shovel and do general clean up duties
Predicable and Regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

Learn and know names of block product to include sizes and color details
Recognize block product for good/bad quality
Learn and understand cubing patterns and block per pallet quantities
Learn and understand the controls and proper operation of the cuber, splitter and depalleter
Assist with operating the cuber, splitter and depalleter in a safe manner and report any problems with equipment to supervisor or Machine Operator immediately
Learn and understand how to change the wrap on each wrapper machine and how to properly start and stop the wrapper machines including Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures
Knowledge of yard and specific product designated areas within the yard for stocking placement
Knowledge of pallet tags and the information provided on them in addition to placement of pallet tags on products prior to stocking product into the yard
Ability to work in sync with the production line and keeping product clear and moving off the line
Maintain cleanliness around outside lines and wrapper room areas
Assist Machine Operator with all duties or needs that are requested
Ability to properly complete Basalite reports
Completion of daily pre-shift inspections on forklift and reporting of all problems to the supervisor immediately
Knowledge of all Safety procedures and Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures for all pieces of equipment
Must demonstrate how to properly drive forklift in all weather conditions and terrain
Must demonstrate how to properly handle loads, including stacking properly and in straight lines
Must pass forklift test on rules and procedures
Knowledge of general maintenance for forklift such as filling fluids and greasing forklift
Must keep forklift clean inside and outside
Must be able to read and use a tape measure
Must be able to physically stack and flip block
All other duties and responsibilities assigned by company or its designated representatives
Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
Predictable and Regular attendance is required.