Forklift Operator

In this role, you’ll operate a forklift to transport raw materials and finished pallets throughout the facility, ensuring production teams have what they need, when they need it. Your work directly supports the flow of products that keep the supply chain moving.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary

• Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material

• Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse

• Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs

• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment

• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns

• Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean

• Completes production records as required

• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy

• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings

• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required

• No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred

• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred

• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

• Must be at least 18 years of age

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