Fork Truck Operator (1st Shift)

1st Shift Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Position Purpose:  Support the Warehouse Department by accurately and efficiently moving raw materials, finished products, crated equipment, pallets, and related items throughout the facility.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operating a forklift, electric pallet jack, stand-up forklift, barrel lift, and a turret truck
• Operate the stretch wrapper and properly label the finished product and verify the information is accurate by placing employee number on finished good label for verification
• Identify materials for use and shipment using the IQMS system and physical labeling.
• Operate all required systems necessary to perform daily job tasks, including handheld scanners (IQMS, IQRF, H-Row, Pallet Wrapper, etc.).
• Inspect inbound and outbound trailers for quality receipt and shipment of goods.
• Complete all required documentation promptly and accurately.
• Complete all pick tickets and ensure the staging area is cleared of all products ready for storage.
• Manage staging alerts to support production efficiency, including preparation for shift changes.
• Receiving and shipping inbound and outbound trucks.
• Count, verify, and return stock items to inventory (e.g., inserts and colorants).
• Stage orders for shipment
• Perform daily preventive maintenance (PMs) on all equipment and complete safety/PM checklists (e.g., forklifts, stand-up forklifts, turret trucks).
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper trash disposal and sweeping.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Prior Fork Truck Experience Required
• Must have proficiency with computers and RF scanning.  
• One to three of years’ experience in Shipping and Receiving within a manufacturing environment. 
• Experience operating material handling equipment.
• The ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions in English is a requirement.  Must be able to fluently speak English. 

Skills/Abilities:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred 
• Ability to effectively function in a broad-based, fast-paced work environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations with strong interpersonal skills. 
• Basic Data Entry Skills, Basic Math Skills, Ability to Read and Write, Good Reasoning, Analytical, and Problem-Solving skills
• Ability to be considered future for promotional opportunities