Forklift Operator / Material Handler - First Shift

Forklift Operator / Material Handler - 1st shift

Summary:

• A Pennwood Products' forklift operator will have training in proper operation of a forklift, be expected to physically be able to move on and off the forklift for material handling, banding and inventory control. Previous certification is beneficial. All Pennwood Products' forklift operators MUST complete the company's own certification prior to operating a forklift. Additional training on material management procedures is also required.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completion of Pennwood Products' Forklift Certification
• Completion of Pennwood Products' Material Management Training
• Moving of material from the Rough Mill to the Moulding department; moving to/from other areas as requested.
• Accurate use of inventory tools to ensure materials are managed
• Assistance in staging and bunking material
• Ensuring material is secure prior to movement
• Communicating with Department personnel
• Daily maintenance checks on equipment
• Safe use of equipment while moving throughout the Pennwood Campus
• Training on the rough mill operations will also be expected

Additional duties required:

• All other duties, as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Able to Read for inventory and labeling purposes

Working Conditions:

• Inside and outside work environment.
• Moderate noise level
• Frequent lifting of at least 40 lbs.
• Proper use of PPE expected: Hand, eye and hearing protection when required

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Penn Wood Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes employment decisions based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.

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