Forklift - Production

Owens Corning • Janesville, WI

11d • Onsite

About The Position

We understand that people are key. We are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another. We hold the door open for each other and for new ideas. We continuously strive to improve both our products and our customers’ experiences. This drive leads us to revolutionize the door industry and help people walk through walls. Join us and make an impact each day you work. The Forklift Operator-Production Team role is responsible for adequately and efficiently transporting product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. This includes reading orders, gathering ordered materials/doors manually or with a forklift, sorting for proper stacking, applying place cards, and staging for loading. Ensuring all product is transported in a safe manner is paramount.

Requirements

• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Read/interpret schedules/tickets/shipping documents
• Strong eye/hand coordination and ability to stand for long continuous hours
• Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
• Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
• Constant attention to detail and accuracy of material placement
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to organize and maintain detailed records
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order to avoid having any disruptions in production and customer service
• Follow all operational and safety SOP’s as written
• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
• 1-2 years of forklift experience with previous forklift certification, required

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred not required

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational compliance
• Fuel forklifts as required and performs safety checks on the lift
• Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules and regulations required with forklift operation
• Places pallets of finished door stacks on wrapper with forklift
• Pull all production wraps lines as required out of designated areas
• Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
• Separate all disposable material into the designated areas
• Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on Saturday if business need requires
• Position will require appropriate certification to operate equipment
• Operate forklift to load and/or move materials
• Supply production areas with needed materials from inventory
• Load/unload, lift, move, place, stack raw materials and doors
• Navigates throughout plant, including populated and small areas
• Supports the manufacturing process through inspection and aid to machine operators
• Inspect doors and make minor repairs
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Performs any other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance (Effective first day of employment)
• Wellness Incentive
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Benefits
• Paid Holidays and Vacation - ability to earn additional PTO each month
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Educational Scholarship Program
• Advancement Opportunities - we promote from within the company
• $250 Referral bonus

What This Job Offers

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