Forklift Operator - 7am-7pm

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Indianapolis, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for operating a forklift to move materials and finished products within the warehouse. The operator will ensure safe and efficient operations, maintain equipment, and assist with shipping and receiving duties. This position requires adherence to all safety and environmental policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Lift truck license required.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence and convey instructions or information.
Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide fractions.
Ability to perform operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and size.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
Frequently required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Must frequently lift and/or move more than 35 pounds.
Vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Be capable of productivity in a diverse range of environments.
Exposed to moving mechanical parts.
Able to work in a team setting.
Follows all safety rules and procedures.
Follows all safety rules and procedures for the safe handling of batteries during changes and charging.

Responsibilities

Read work orders or follow instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
Demonstrate safe operation of a lift truck and possess a valid tow motor license.
Move materials from storage or work site to designated area.
Ensure raw materials/supplies are placed properly on pallets and straps are removed as needed.
Stack finished product neatly in the warehouse with no damage and ensure good housekeeping practices.
Empty trash cans and dumpsters daily in respective departments.
Ensure forklift PM and battery change logs are filled out daily and that equipment is in proper working condition.
Inspect the inside of truck trailers to ensure no damage or contamination prior to loading.
Pull product and load trailers for shipment per shipping requirements.
Complete Shipping /Receiving Documentation where required.
Participate in the segregation and identification of non-conforming product.
Work with line personnel to ensure smooth flow of finished product.
Relieve personnel for breaks as required.
Cover opposite-shift vacations.
Keep informed of the latest OSHA and related safety procedures for the proper operation of the forklift.
Follow all safety rules and procedures and observe operations to ensure a safe environment.
Uphold Site and Corporate Environmental Policies by following all Environmental Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions.
Ensure compliance to meet the expectation of our customers.
Understand and follow Hazard Materials Regulations training requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.