Forklift Operator
Overview
Looking for a forklift operator to load and unload materials and deliveries to and from storage areas, machines, and loading docks and/or into railroad cars, trucks, or storage facilities.
Job Description
WHAT YOU WILL DO
QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Obtain a copy of the production schedule/shipping order and transport material to and from designated areas in the facility
- Load and unload goods
- Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
- Stack goods in the correct storage bays while following inventory control instructions
- Check that loads are secure
- Stack empty pallets
- Perform daily equipment checks and maintain equipment
- Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
- Dump materials into machine hoppers
- May be required to use RF scanner gun
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Forklift certification per OSHA standards
- Good math, language, and reading skills; basic computer skills may be required
- High degree of attention is required to prevent injury to others
- Must be able to follow instructions
- Must be able to execute assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time
- Often work in varying temperatures, depending upon the season