Lift Truck Operator 1
About The Position
The Lift Truck Operator 1 safely and efficiently moves raw materials, packaging, work-in-process, and finished goods throughout the manufacturing and warehouse environment to support continuous production and timely customer delivery. The operator works with production, shipping, receiving, warehouse, and logistics teams to maintain inventory accuracy, product quality, and operational efficiency, following established safety and quality procedures. The role includes inspecting and operating lift trucks and other authorized material-handling equipment, loading and unloading shipments, staging materials and finished goods, verifying material identification and documentation, and maintaining accurate inventory and shipment records. The operator also maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment and supports inventory verification and material-control activities. The position is at the manufacturing plant in Appleton, Wisconsin, with day-shift hours on an eight-hour shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience operating powered industrial trucks, or ability to successfully complete employer-provided lift truck training.
- Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
- Knowledge of safe material-handling practices.
- Ability to operate powered industrial equipment safely and efficiently.
- Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to accurately inspect, identify, and move materials.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Demonstrated ability to take effective action, follow procedures, collaborate, plan work, make sound decisions within established guidelines, and deliver reliable results.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate lift trucks and other authorized material-handling equipment safely and in compliance with company safety, quality, and operational standards.
- Complete required equipment inspections and report operational or safety concerns.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Transport raw materials, packaging materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to support manufacturing operations.
- Load and unload inbound and outbound shipments safely and efficiently.
- Stage materials and finished goods for production schedules, shipping requirements, and warehouse operations.
- Verify material identification and documentation to support inventory accuracy and product traceability.
- Maintain accurate inventory and shipment records through required documentation and reporting.
- Support inventory verification and material-control activities.
- Collaborate with production, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability and customer shipments.
- Organize work and make operational decisions within established procedures and guidelines while supporting safety, quality, and productivity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
