LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR I

Mohawk Industries • Mount Gilead, NC

7d

About The Position

Mohawk is looking for a Lift Truck Operator who will operate gasoline powered industrial trucks or tractors equipped with forklift and/or elevated platform to move materials. Duties are performed under general supervision following standard work and safety procedures and guidelines. This operator will support the Sanding department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required.
• Reads and writes in standard English and proficient in performing basic math calculations such as addition and subtraction.
• Successful completion of all required on the job training.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.
• Must be an effective team member.
• Ability to wear hearing protection, eye protection, and steel toe shoes.
• Must be able to sit and drive a forklift.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with others in the immediate work unit and in related supported areas.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in manufacturing or MDF plant preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operates drive gasoline-, LP-, or electric powered trucks to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
• Operates lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams and swivel-hooks, hoists, and elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, and stack material.
• Move pallets, skids, and boxes and secures material or products for transport to designated areas.
• Dumps, sprays, or releases materials into hoppers or empty hoppers
• Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment, such as: Cleaning Lubricating Recharging Batteries Fueling diesel powered lifts with fuel and refill small lift with propane Ensuring the cabs of the lifts are clean, neat, and tidy
• Perform daily forklift inspections. Document and report any damage or malfunctions to the lift prior to operating
• Maintain safe driving speeds throughout the plant and adhere to safety policies
• Records quality and output measures and completes any other required paperwork
• Assist other work centers with cleaning or packaging as directed by team leader or supervisor
• Load bunk injector with bunks (runners)
• Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary
• Follow all established standard operating procedures
• Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees