Forklift Operator 1
About The Position
The Forklift Operator I performs material-handling and equipment-operation tasks within a plant in a fast-paced metals processing and distribution environment. Working under close supervision and following detailed instructions, this role safely moves, locates, and stores materials and supports daily operations through accurate order pulling, material identification, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The operator uses forklifts and other motorized material-handling equipment to handle and position materials, fulfill and assemble orders, maintain inventory identification and documentation, and support receiving, production, storage, and shipping activities. The role may also involve operating a yard truck or driving a non-DOT vehicle for local deliveries and parts pickups. The anticipated compensation is USD $23.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and location.
Requirements
- Must be able to obtain certification to operate all required motorized material-handling and rigging equipment.
- Ability to demonstrate adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations.
- Basic measurement skills, including measuring and converting length, width, height, and weight and performing basic math computations.
- Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
- Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.
- Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
Nice To Haves
- Warehousing and material-handling experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Locate, retrieve, and return materials to designated areas using motorized material-handling equipment, including Hyster forklifts.
- Perform and document daily pre-use forklift inspections, including checks of brakes, forks, hydraulics, horn, lights, and tires.
- Operate equipment safely in a high-traffic yard while remaining aware of pedestrians, trucks, cranes, and other equipment.
- Communicate with crane operators, truck drivers, and ground personnel using hand signals, radios, or verbal communication.
- Confirm load stability and a clear path before moving materials.
- Handle materials to prevent damage, bending, or contamination, especially for customer-critical or processed material.
- Immediately report damaged or non-conforming material.
- Securely position work pieces on various machines using a forklift.
- Pull and assemble orders based on work orders, shipping orders, or other documentation.
- Tag materials for identification and complete required documentation.
- Move materials between receiving or production areas, storage, and other designated locations.
- May operate a yard truck to load and unload trailers.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
- Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to a predetermined sequence, such as size, type, or product code.
- Conduct inventory spot checks and daily or ad hoc checks for proper material tagging as directed.
- Report irregularities to a supervisor for direction.
- Restock materials.
- May drive a non-DOT motor vehicle for local deliveries and parts pickups.
- Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
