Forklift Operator

divh2Forklift Operator/h2p2nd Shift (1:30PM to 10PM)/pp12 Months contract/ppLocation: Independence, OR/ppJob Summary:/ppResponsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility./ppSkills and Competencies:/ppAbility to drive a forklift/ppAbility to lift 50 pounds/ppAbility to climb on and off of required equipment/ppAbility to sit for long periods/ppAbility to communicate effectively/ppAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide/ppAbility to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions./ppAbility to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather./ppWillingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays./ppMajor Job Duties and Responsibilities:/ppPerforms a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate. Checks fluid levels for oil, water and fuel before operating the lift/ppEnsures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory/ppRemoves palletized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper. Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required/ppPlaces palletized bags in inventory and ensuring they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging other inventory/ppActively participates in plant cleanliness by restacking, picking-up trash and debris, and washing their equipment/ppReads the BOLs and places the correct quantity and SKU on the carriers trucks in a safe and efficient manner./p/div