Utility Forklift Operator

Imerys•Sylacauga, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

Requirements

Ability to read and write and perform basic math at the high school level.
Previous forklift driving and equipment operation in a production or warehouse environment is desirable.
Communication skills including verbal and non-verbal, written and listening skills.
The ability to assist and work closely with others to coordinate activities and schedules.
Ability to compare data and make adjustments.
Ability to operate equipment safely.
Twisting, kneeling, sitting for periods of time, climbing on and off equipment, Walking, signaling, hearing, color differentiation and attention to details.

Responsibilities

Operate Forklift
Communicate with customer truck drivers.
Assign trucks to loading docks and prioritize loading.
Conduct pre-shipment inspection of bag trucks.
Prepare shipping documents.
Unload and sign for incoming freight.
Load bag trucks.
Maintain shipment records as required.
Enter work orders in the maintenance tracking system.
Conduct daily inspection of the work area and report conditions as required.
Perform all other duties as required by the supervisor or designate.
Communicate with the Transportation Department, Shipping Clerk, and Customer Service on shipping details.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Communicate with customer truck dispatchers on shipment status.
Make sure codes are placed into stencil correctly.
Move full pallets into the warehouse.
Keep paper work neatly and allocate shipments.
Bring pallets from the pallet yard into the bagging area.
Other duties as assigned.