Stand Up Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION

:

WAREHOUSEMAN
DEPARTMENT

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Shipping & Receiving
POSITION SUMMARY

:
Operate lift trucks and other material handling devices to move materials and finished goods
within and between departments and onto trucks.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

:
Level 1

A.

Be able to pick orders for shipping from a Sales Order.
B.

Must be able to package material for shipping in accordance with customers requirements and applicable procedures.
C.

Understand the Move Ticket, Material I.D. and Routing systems to ensure proper part identification and delivery of parts within and between departments.
D.

Perform Forklift Inspection Bi-weekly per applicable safety procedures.
E.

Know the safety rules that apply to material handling and stacking.
F.

Skid building as required.
G.

Required to train other employees.
H.

Adhere to basic housekeeping of work area; i.e., wood, scrap metal, garbage, liquid spills.
I.

Comply with all health and safety procedures.
J.

Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Shipping Coordinator.

REQUIRED SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE

:

A.

Verbal and written communication in English.
B.

Read blueprints.
C.

Certified Forklift Driver (Sit down & Stand up).
D.

Knowledge of shipping procedures.
E.

Experience in the following:

Skidding and banding material

Calculating shipment weights

Ability to accurately piece and weigh count
F.

Knowledge of company policies, procedures, shop and safety rules.
G.

Understanding of ISO 9001:2015.
H.

Basic understanding of inspection equipment as it pertains to material identification.
I.

As required, ability to perform repetitive bending, kneeling, and lift cumbersome and or heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
Company Description

UPG Enterprises LLC is an operator of a diverse set of industrial companies focused on metals, manufacturing, distribution and logistics. Our success continues to be driven from within, starting with our dedicated employees who operate with a sense of urgency, commitment to customers and flexibility to do whats right on the spot without question. With locations throughout North America, its operations continue to grow with the intention of building a business based on culture, respect and growth. Founded by two families with multi-generational experience in various industries, UPG prides itself on having a long-term approach to business, entrepreneurial spirit and excellent teams that represent its family of companies.
Company Description

UPG Enterprises LLC is an operator of a diverse set of industrial companies focused on metals, manufacturing, distribution and logistics. Our success continues to be driven from within, starting with our dedicated employees who operate with a sense of urgency, commitment to customers and flexibility to do whats right on the spot without question. With locations throughout North America, its operations continue to grow with the intention of building a business based on culture, respect and growth. Founded by two families with multi-generational experience in various industries, UPG prides itself on having a long-term approach to business, entrepreneurial spirit and excellent teams that represent its family of companies.