Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Seasonal Material HandlerQuad in Sussex is seeking a Seasonal Material Handler, Truck Loader. The Material Handler will be responsible for the loading of finished product onto semi-trailers with the use of a propane sit down forklift, an on-board PC and RF bar coding system. This role will run from now until roughly Thanksgiving. The wage is $18.50-$19/hr.ResponsibilitiesUnderstands and follows all standard operating and safety procedures.Performs all post-skidding operations, which may include strapping, banding, wrapping, card-boarding, boxing, baling, weighing and compressing.Safely operates a powered industrial truck to transport product to various departments.Review and/ or complete all material logs and production record paperwork as required.Performs clean-up and waste removal tasks.Coordinates trucking of product with shipping for staging purposesFollows all company and OSHA safety regulations and promote safe work habits with peers.Effective communication between supervisor and incoming/outgoing operator regarding shift expectationsAssists as needed in other departments.Performs other duties as assigned.QualificationsThe successful candidate will have or be able to do the following:Strong computer skills.Prior forklift experience where 75% or more of your day is spent on a forkliftFactory, Manufacturing. Warehousing, Shipping or other work experience is preferred.Must be at least 18-years of age or older.Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.Strong mechanical aptitude.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Ability to read, understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.Good math skillsThe ability to use repetitive hand/wrist movement.Ability to multi-task and prioritize job need.Ability to be a team player in a fast paced, detail orientated production environment.Ability to follow instructions and work independently.