Material Handler (Forklift Operator)

Owens Corning • North Platte, NE

5d • $25 • Onsite

About The Position

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE
Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale. We’re an international company, with solid roots in North Platte and we’ve got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.

WHAT WE OFFER:
Competitive compensation, quarterly bonus plan, and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k , liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

Work Location & Shifts:
1120 Industrial Ave, North Platte, NE
2nd Shift 5:00pm-3:30am Monday -Thursday

Pay: The hourly pay rate range for this position is 24.64 + shift differential and benefits.  Base pay will vary within the range depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.   This information is specific to North Platte and may not be applicable to other locations. What your day in this role might involve at OC-North Platte:
Overview

To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
• 2-3 Years in the field or related area
• Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities
• Communicate, in English, in a clear and effective manner
• Ability to multi-task
• Work independently, as well as part of a team, and have shift flexibility

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Desirable (but not required): 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
• 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
• Pay attention to detail when pulling items from Warehouse based on work order
• Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed 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
• 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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• quarterly bonus plan
• substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings)
• 401k
• liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays)
• Employee Assistance Services
• Stock Purchase Program

What This Job Offers

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