FORKLIFT OPERATOR, 1st Shift (6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., M-F, Saturdays when required)

MI Metals • Oldsmar, FL

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Extrusion Manager, the Forklift Operator safely operates forklifts to transport raw materials, finished products, and production supplies throughout the facility. The role supports efficient workflow, product quality, and compliance with company safety policies and procedures.

The operator inspects the forklift and performs maintenance checks before operating at the start of a shift or when switching forklifts. Operator maintenance may include adding oil or coolant and refueling propane tanks as needed. The position also supports staging and moving materials, assisting line operations when assigned, and maintaining organized work areas and material notes.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Certified forklift operator, or ability to complete training to obtain a valid MI Metals operator's certification.
• At least 3 years of forklift operating experience, preferably handling large and wide loads.
• Ability to read shipping instructions and follow verbal and written directions in English.
• Ability to work overtime as needed, including Saturdays.
• Wear required personal protective equipment: hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, long pants, and steel-toed shoes.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate a forklift to move heavy loads.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and reach throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience handling large and wide loads with a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move raw materials, finished products, production supplies, and other materials throughout the facility.
• Inspect forklifts and perform maintenance checks before use at the beginning of a shift or when switching forklifts.
• Perform operator maintenance such as adding oil or coolant and refueling propane tanks as needed.
• Follow company policies, procedures, rules, quality standards, and customer service standards.
• Identify workplace safety hazards and report them to management.
• Keep neat and organized work-in-progress notes about department material to be processed.
• Stage material for processing as directed by the Lead or Department Manager to support continuous production flow, grouping material as required.
• Assist line operations as assigned.
• Stack empty racks and relocate racks.
• Consolidate items to support good housekeeping practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed