Straddle Carrier Operator

EK Machine•Fall River, WI

1h•Onsite

About The Position

EK, based in Fall River, WI, is a fast-growing manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience in machining, fabrication, welding, powder coating, and power products. We operate four state-of-the-art plants, giving us the capacity and flexibility to serve a wide range of industries. We’re proud to be a family-oriented company where every team member matters. At EK, you’ll find a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology. Join us and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and community—while helping shape the future of manufacturing.

Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos, as well as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information one-on-one to other employees of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast paced environment.
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
Occasionally required to sit.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may occasionally lift up to 80 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating heavy equipment (straddle carriers, forklifts, cranes, etc.) is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates time and location of project moves between bays in the Assembly Department to support production flow and schedules.
Responsible for loading completed projects onto trucks.
Organizes the yard outside to maximize space and minimize the chance for damage.
Working with Assembly Supervisor to determine priorities and timing, sets out material for the next project.
Identifies, labels and organizes items that are stored outside.
Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand or forklift.
Safely operates large industrial forklift truck, overhead crane and straddle carriers to assist in loading or moving materials and products in the shipping department.
Ensures completed units are properly packaged and sealed for storage.
Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data
Reads bill of material to package parts/kits to customer requirements.
Follows work instructions from general description. Works with other team members to troubleshoot mechanical/fit issues in a satisfactory manner.
Perform routine equipment inspections and report maintenance issues.
Follow all safety procedures and operational guidelines.
Ensures action items are complete.
Aides in preparation and disassembly of factory witness tests.
Prepares generator packages for shipment.
Loads generator enclosures and fuel tanks.
Completes inventory audits.
Spot checks enclosures in the yard.
Cleans and organizes work area.