Forklift Operator

Menasha Corporation • Groveport, OH

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator drives an industrial truck equipped with a forklift to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials within the facility. The role transports finished goods and materials for jobs in process to the appropriate areas, places palletized finished goods in the correct locations, and performs inventory counts and audits. The operator completes required checklists and WMS functions, reports mechanical or material issues, coordinates with managers and other production lines, and helps maintain a clean and safe production area. Other duties may be assigned by management or supervisors.

Requirements

• Ability to pass certification to operate a forklift truck.
• Stand-up forklift experience required.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner; this is a safety-sensitive position.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required by business needs.
• Ability to work effectively in teams.
• Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles.
• Ability to interpret written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to produce at a high level.
• Ability to work with plant management to achieve required results.
• Ability to perform computer functions related to the job.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is highly desired.
• Previous warehouse production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport finished jobs or goods to the correct areas.
• Move pallets of goods for jobs in process to appropriate areas as needed.
• Place finished goods on designated pallets in the correct locations.
• Accurately complete the forklift operator’s checklist.
• Notify a supervisor of mechanical or material issues.
• Confer with managers to coordinate with other production lines.
• Conduct daily cycle counts of corrugated materials as part of physical inventory.
• Perform inventory audits daily or as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by moving empty pallets to a designated area.
• Assist supervisors on the production floor in maintaining a safe work environment.
• Perform all job-related functions accurately in the WMS system.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management or supervisors.

What This Job Offers

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