Mobile Equipment Operator

Mobile Equipment Operator

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Description

We are excited to welcome a Mobile Equipment Operator to our team! From generous benefits , including bonus opportunities and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) , to great employee retention , this is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving organization!


Benefits : Offering a generous benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending, Company paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, and a generous bonus plan.

Job Summary:
A mobile equipment operator is responsible for safely operating a forklift and for transporting products around the facility.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Efficiently handle the forklift in lifting, moving and packing loads of metal and plastic pipe that can vary in weight of up to 15,000 lbs.
• Navigating tight spaces without causing damage to Lane products.
• Complete daily check list on machine and report all problems promptly to the mechanical staff or Supervisor.
• Drive defensively and be able to safely carry a load while driving among pedestrians walking in front of and behind the forklift.
• Operator stores inventory in such a manner that facilitates rotating inventory.
• Cutting and loading scrap pipe, cleaning forklift, cleaning breakroom, organizing coil storage, sweeping mill area, among other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Possess a strong mechanical ability.
• Must be able to do basic math.
• Knowledge of the physics of load and weight distribution and center of gravity.
• Forklift operators must have a good knowledge of warehouse arrangement and functionality.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment as a forklift operator.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to pass forklift certification training and physical exam.
• Must be able to lift loads of up to 100 pounds without the lift truck.
• Ability to climb, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to withstand varying temperatures.
• Must be able to work in different positions for a very long period of time and ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel or walk for up to eight (8) hours at a time.
• Must be able to utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment required for each job task (Steel toed shoes, eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat).

The base hourly range for this position is $23/hr - $24/hr.

Compensation details: 23-24 Hourly Wage

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