Forklift Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to inspect and troubleshoot a forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability.
• Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents such as customer orders.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in accurately recording shipping data.
• Basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and housekeeping requirements in a plant warehouse setting.
• Operate a forklift to load and unload finished products and raw materials to and from trucks, railcars, and the production line in a timely manner.
• Interpret customer orders to pull, stage, load, and check materials for accurate and timely shipment.
• Record shipping data and other results as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment and apply basic maintenance skills to help service it.
• Take an active role in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adapt to scheduling requirements, including shiftwork, overtime, and weekend work where applicable.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Two medical insurance options, with coverage offered from the first day of employment and no waiting period.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) Investment Plan with company match.
• Pension plan.
• Life insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Legal insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Quarterly bonus potential for hourly employees based on safety, quality, and productivity performance metrics.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.