Forklift - Receiving

Owens Corning•Mesquite, TX

3d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Shipping/Receiving position is responsible for adequately and efficiently transporting product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility, ensuring all product is transported safely. This role involves reading and interpreting shipping schedules, staging doors, sorting by various criteria, and preparing items for shipping. The position also includes receiving items into the facility and shipping items correctly to the customer, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail and safe operation of the forklift.

Requirements

Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
Forklift knowledge and safety procedures
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 ability to multi-task
Ability to lift 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
High School Diploma or equivalent. (This requirement can be waived depending on the candidate’s experience)
Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
2-3 Years in the field or related area
Must read and write English
Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities

Nice To Haves

Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and Outlook, with fast and accurate data entry skills

Responsibilities

Reads/interprets shipping schedules, stages doors, sorts by length, width, customer, core type to create correct stacks for shipping
Stages for shipping once wrapped
Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational compliance
Fuel forklifts as required
Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules and regulations required with forklift operation
Pull all production wrap lines as required
Consolidate all orders for shipping
Receive items into the facility/Ships all items correct to the customer
Pay attention to detail when pulling items from Wearhouse based on work order
Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on weekends if business need requires
Replace pallets/runners as necessary to maintain a safe working environment
Must understand all shipping documents in order to understand the space required for product
Directs work of warehouse attendants and operators to efficiently expedite the loading and unloading of materials
Will also perform other related duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the job description
Maintain a safe and clean work environment
Other duties as assigned