Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Location: Tifton, GA, US, 31794 Division: Savannah River Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - Until

About Us: Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength and stability. Dedicated to supporting internal career growth through on job training, learning and opportunity for career advancement. Excellent Total Value Benefits Package to include: Two weeks paid vacation within first year Comprehensive Medical Preferred Provider Plan Dental, vision, flex spending Employee Assistance Program Company paid life insurance ($50,000) Additional optional insurance (accident, critical illness, universal life, home & auto) Paid maternity & paternity leave Paid holiday & sick time 401(k) match (50% on first 6%; plus an additional annual match of up to 3%) Exclusive employee discounts (cell phone, event tickets, gym membership, car buying, hotels, car rentals, technology needs and much more) Competitive Compensation Fast paced environment promotes a healthy lifestyle For qualified candidates we offer an amazing CDL Tuition Program reimbursable up to $5250 for CDL school tuition – ask your Recruiter for details

Job Description

The Operator – Forklift 1 is responsible for safely moving product using powered industrial equipment.

What Your Day Will Look Like:

• Operation of powered industrial equipment while following UNITED safety policy
• Verify all product/full goods/raw materials incoming and outgoing
• Stacking loads properly
• Perform general housekeeping duties
• Perform daily forklift inspections
• Correctly rotate product/materials
• Responsible for following all warehouse operating procedures
• Performs appropriate duties as assigned by management

What You Need To Succeed:

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by position and compliance with UNITED safety policies
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the job
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to maintain a neat professional appearance within Company guidelines
• Ability to maintain safety and security of Company assets
• Ability to utilize all Company provided resources and technology
• Less than high school education; or up to 1-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Forklift experience preferred
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, or flexible schedule as required
• Ability to work with all functional team members

Physical Requirements:

• Position will be required to comply with the CCBCU Personal Protective Equipment Program
• Position is required to wear safety toed shoes when performing the following tasks: Operating Powered Industrial Equipment or Working in an Area where Powered Industrial Equipment is in use, Fleet Maintenance, Working with Palletized Product, Use of Hand Trucks/Dollies to Deliver Product, Cooler Services, etc.
• None = 0% (0 hrs)
• Limited = 1% (1 hr)
• Occasionally = 2%-25% (1-2 hrs)
• Frequently = 26%-50% (3-4 hrs)
• Repeatedly = 51%-75% (5-6 hrs)
• Continuously = 76%-100% (7+ hrs)
• Requirement Frequency
• Sit F
• Stand O
• Walk O
• Bend O
• Kneel/Squat O
• Climb Stairs O
• Crawling O
• Overhead Reach L
• Typing O
• Vehicle Operation R
• PPE/Special Clothing C
• Grasp O
• Push/Pull O
• Fine Manipulation O
• Lift up to 50 lbs O
• Carry up to 50 lbs O
• Pushing up to 50 lbs O
• Pulling up to 50 lbs O
• Exposure to Water O
• Exposure to Chemicals L
• Exposure to Weather F
• Exposure to Noise F

CCBCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Veteran friendly.