Forklift Operator

Material Handling Specialist

Ensures products and materials are safely and efficiently received, transported and placed in their designated locations in a timely manner. This role is responsible for receiving, loading, unloading, storing, and moving raw materials, finished goods and other production-related materials throughout the manufacturing facility and yard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Follows safety guidelines and procedures set for this role.
• Always wears the assigned PPE and follows the PPE guidelines set by the business.
• Does not operate any equipment, machinery, or tool(s) if he/she has not been trained to operate.
• Communicates and escalates equipment failure or malfunction to the immediate maintenance team immediately.
• Inspects the industrial vehicle before using it and reports misfunctions immediately to the immediate supervisor or the maintenance team.
• Operates industrial vehicles and equipment following the manufacturing and safety guidelines set by the business.
• Transports raw materials, parts, and finished goods to designated areas in a safe and quality manner
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
• Moves product and/or materials manually as required.
• Receives and accounts for all production materials
• Loads and unloads designated trailers and/or route trucks.
• Stores and organizes finished goods according to the inventory and production processes.
• Maintains all finished goods organized and accessible when working on the yard.
• Follows LOTO and OSHA requirements outlined by the EHS department and based on the Standard Operating Procedures for this equipment.
• Supports the inventory cycle counts as needed
• Performs other duties assigned by the Department Lead, Supervisor, Manager, or a member of the Management Team.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED desirable but not required.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 12 months of certification as an Industrial Vehicle Driver.

1st Shift: MondaySaturday, 6:00 AM 2:00 PM