Forklift (Logistics) - Main Plant

Nichiha • Macon, GA

31d • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator (Logistics) will be responsible for ensuring safety procedures are followed, including understanding and adhering to all safety trainings, wearing required PPE, and understanding Lock Out Tag Out procedures. The role involves performing duties according to OSHA guidelines and completing General Plant Safety Training. Key responsibilities include unloading and loading materials from trucks, locating and moving stock, identifying damages, performing preventive maintenance, and maintaining housekeeping throughout the shift. The position requires a high school diploma/GED or equivalent experience, strong motivation, at least 6 months of forklift experience, and the ability to troubleshoot minor mechanical issues. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50lbs, pushing/pulling up to 75lbs, and performing tasks involving continuous walking, standing, twisting, bending, reaching, and stooping in a dusty, noisy, non-climate-controlled environment, with some work outdoors. The role also requires adherence to specific behavioral expectations related to safety, cooperation, personal awareness, knowledge and problem-solving, and initiative and productivity.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, of an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
• Must have at least 6 months of forklift experience preferably, moving heavy or wide products
• Must be able to troubleshoot minor mechanical issues
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs and to push-pull up to 75lbs
• Must be able to work long periods while continuously walking, standing, twisting, bending, reaching, and stooping.
• Must be able to work required shift and work overtime with short notice

Nice To Haves

• Prior warehouse experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Unloading materials from inbound trucks and stacking them in assigned areas
• Loading material on outbound trucks according to accepted safe loading practices
• Locating and moving stock for storage or shipment
• Identifying damages and quality deficiencies
• Monitors instrument gauges to ensure equipment is operating within standards
• Performs preventive maintenance and checks
• Performs housekeeping duties throughout the shift
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED