Warehouse Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

This is a dual position: The forklift operator ensures the packaging, handling, and shipment of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations. Location: Bradley, IL Salary: $25.51- $ 27.01 per hour Forklift Driver Benefits: Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well a free pension plan.

Forklift Operator duties and responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Plant Shipping Supervisor, the Forklift Driver/Operators responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Ensures all equipment, guards, and safety devices are in place at all times, and follows safe work procedures and safety rules
• Operates sit-down propane forklift to transport inventory and load tractor trailers for shipment.
• Transports inventory in warehouse to correct locations and stages orders for shipment.
• Understands daily production schedule and corresponds with management, leads, and coworkers accordingly
• Performs visual inspection of aluminum cans and packaging quality
• Monitors schedules, equipment, or processes, and reports problems to Supervisor
• Follows all SOP's (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise
• Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets for sampling
• Performs other related duties as required
• The above information reflects the general job duties and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 18 years old
• High School diploma or G.E.D preferred
• Equivalent with 3+ years working on a sit-down forklift experience required.
• Working in a manufacturing setting (high-speed manufacturing is preferred).
• Must be able to withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer and winter months.
• Effective and proven communication skills (both written and verbal) working in a team environment.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
• Effective record keeping skills and the ability to focus on details
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods as well as work on elevated stationary platforms and withstand extreme climate changes especially during summer months.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, good record keeping, and precision abilities is highly desirable.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, either nights from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., or days from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.
• This position requires union membership after 30 days of hire.

Preferred Requirements:

• OSHA/Forklift Trainer Certified
• Beverage Packaging industry experience
• Knowledge of AS400

Join us and become part of a team of professionals who are passionate about sustainable packaging!