Forklift Operator- 8200 Broadwell Rd

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

The Forklift Operator moves materials and finished products between storage, work areas, and designated locations; pulls and loads products for shipment; and completes shipping and receiving documentation as needed. The role supports production flow, warehouse housekeeping, and product identification, while maintaining forklift operating and battery records and ensuring equipment is in proper working condition. The operator follows applicable safety, environmental, customer-compliance, and hazardous-materials training requirements. Duties also include inspecting trailers before loading, relieving personnel for breaks, and covering opposite-shift vacations. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an 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 multiply and divide fractions, including with units of weight, 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.
Ability to work in a team setting and be productive in a diverse range of environments.
Regularly reach with hands and arms; frequently stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequently lift and/or move more than 35 pounds.
Close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work around moving mechanical parts.

Responsibilities

Read work orders or follow instructions to determine which materials or containers to move.
Operate a lift truck safely and maintain a valid lift truck license.
Move materials from storage or work sites to designated areas.
Maintain good housekeeping and place raw materials and supplies properly on pallets; remove straps as needed.
Stack finished products neatly in the warehouse without damage and follow housekeeping direction from warehouse lead shippers.
Empty trash cans and dumpsters daily in the respective departments.
Complete forklift preventive-maintenance and battery-change logs daily and ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
Inspect the inside of truck trailers for damage or contamination before loading.
Pull products and load trailers according to shipping requirements.
Complete shipping and receiving documentation where required.
Participate in segregating and identifying non-conforming product.
Work with line personnel to support a smooth flow of finished product.
Relieve personnel for breaks as required and cover opposite-shift vacations.
Stay informed about OSHA and related safety procedures for forklift operation.
Follow safety procedures for handling batteries during changes and charging.
Follow safety rules and procedures and observe operations to help ensure a safe environment.
Follow Site and Corporate Environmental Policies, Procedures, and Work Instructions.
Help ensure compliance with customer expectations.
Understand and follow Hazardous Materials Regulations 49 CFR Part 172.704 training requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.