Forklift Operator - PreWeigh

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description

The PreWeigh Forklift Operator is responsible for keeping the PreWeigh department stocked with supplies to support the chemical batching process.

Responsibilities

• Pull and restock raw materials and chemicals as directed, using lifts, jacks, tippers, carts or hands, ensuring proper tagging of products.
• Maintain a clean and safe PreWeigh are and aisles, addressing spills promptly using mops, hoses, brooms, etc.
• Provide support to the QC Lab, Production, and Compounding departments as needed.
• Return empty barrels and containers to the Utility Workers area.
• Perform material transfers using RF scanners.
• Locate lost or missing chemicals.
• Coordinate pallets in aisles to make space for new products.
• Report any safety or mechanical issues, including forklift concerns, to the Coordinator/Lead/Manager.
• Report all accidents or incidents to an appropriate member of leadership promptly.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies, including OSHA, FDA, GMP, and Cohere Beauty specific protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and good working order of all assigned equipment.
• Comply with all safety and compliance standards set forth by the Company.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with others on the radio and in person.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Perform all work onsite.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education & Experience

• High School or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of stand-up forklift experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift, pallet jack, and other related materials handling equipment.
• Intermediate math skills, including division, multiplication, fractions, and percentages.
• Ability to read and interpret measurement scales and gauges, including metric units.
• Ability to understand complex safety regulations (OSHA), MSDS forms, FDA regulations, and GMP compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively via electronic devices and in person.
• High attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks under pressure.
• Knowledge of proper hazardous shipment handling procedures and markings.
• Inventory control knowledge.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English competently.
• Ability to work onsite.
• Ability to maintain reliable and predictable attendance.

Preferred Knowledge, Certifications, Skills & Abilities

• Current Forklift certification or related training.
• Hazardous Materials training.
• Knowledge of RF Scanner devices (AS400 preferred).
• One [1] year of experience within a manufacturing environment.

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