PMT_Forklift_Driver

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE:  Forklift Operator

DEPARTMENT:  Production Management Team

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt. Night Shift

JOB SUMMARY:  The Forklift Operator is responsible for the loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving of materials and finished products in support of the supply chain. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Operate a forklift in a safe and orderly manner at all times
• Ensure the accuracy of inventory by verifying materials received according to the manifests
• Perform cycle counts, as required for inventory
• Pick, wrap, and stage orders to be shipped
• Load and unload materials and finished products, according to company procedure

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Communication: Including active speaking/listening, reading/writing skills in accordance with standard business practices and decorum
• Critical Thinking / Troubleshooting: Using logic and reasoning to identify problems as well as the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Details: Must have attention to details for all areas of work
• Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of computers including Internet browsers and the ability to learn other programs
• Ethical Behavior: Must maintain the highest ethical standards in the conduct of company affairs; must conduct business with integrity and comply with all applicable laws in a manner that excludes considerations of personal advantage or gain

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma
• 2 year of experience as a forklift operator in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
• Experience working with hazardous substances is strongly preferred
• Inbound and outbound experience preferred
• Must be able to pass the forklift skills test

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Production Process
• Mechanical Understanding
• Detailed Document Reading
• Excellent Time Management
• Transportation Methods
• Strong Mathematical Skills

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• This position works in a manufacturing setting. This role routinely uses standard warehouse equipment such as hand trucks, box cutters, and tape dispensers.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• This position may work with hazardous materials where personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary and specific procedures must be followed to adhere to safety regulations.

Hankook & Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.