Forklift Order Picker

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.•McCook, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Order Picker is responsible for effectively tracking, storing, picking, securing, and staging material/product in staging area. This individual will also have the responsibility of loading material/product onto trucks to be shipped to our customers. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com. The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment has grown from $100M to $200M in revenue through a recent acquisition. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Requirements

Three years work experience in manufacturing/warehouse/distribution environment required
Two to three years forklift experience required
Computer knowledge required
Experience with an inventory software (i.e. WMS, AS400, Dataflo)
Ability to read English
Basic math skills
Basic awareness of factory safety
Interpersonal skills necessary to work in team environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Attention to detail
Flexibility with schedule. Depending on business and department needs, you may be asked to work different shift.
Experience with storing and retrieval of product 20 plus feet high.
Visual acuity of 20/20-30, with or without corrected vision.
Visual acuity and depth perception is a must for operation of powered industrial trucks.

Nice To Haves

High School education or equivalency preferred

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain good standing Tru Vue Forklift Operation License (Class I and II).
Maintain forklift in safe operational condition daily and report deficiencies to supervisor.
Load and unload product from trucks.
Utilize mobile or desktop computer unit to guarantee the accurate entry and location of products within our MRP system.
Secure product to pallets by stretch wrapping pallets or plastic banding.
Transport product safely between racks and staging areas, while noting quantities and assuring the proper product is ready for shipment and in the accurate location.
Practice good housekeeping in work area.
Perform cycle counts, 6S audits, order audits, and other inventory functions.
Work with team members to ensure consistent company wide material programs are implemented and adhered to.
Assemble crates and pack, when necessary.
Generate and document continuous improvement and elimination of waste suggestions in the established manner.
Learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures.
Have high sensitivity to quality and on-time delivery of products and services.
Interact and function effectively in a team environment.
Assist in development of work instructions, projects, and support other departments, as needed.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression