Wash Tank / Forklift Operator

Wash Tank / Forklift Operator

The Wash Tank position supports both production and quality needs through washing material for jobs and inspection of production. This position operates a forklift to retrieve and move products; is responsible for washing and inspecting products; maintains wash tanks; tests and monitors chemical levels; completes all applicable paperwork and works with Hazardous Waste procedures.

Primary Responsibilities & Duties:

• Operate wash tanks and operate wash system.
• Set up and operate assigned machines to produce cleaned products to lines. Includes evaluating wash tanks to ensure the proper level of chemicals.
• Clean tanks when scheduled and when needed.
• Follow Hazardous Waste procedures.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and other special equipment within the department.
• Clean and inspect parts.
• Keep CES/2010 pack schedule and make sure parts get out on time.
• Perform pack and other operations 2010 pack.
• Weld certified operators may also be scheduled to work in weld areas.
• Complete proper paperwork per station.
• Keep work area safe and clean (6S: Safety, Sort, Straighten, Shines, Standardize, Sustain)
• Responsible for quality workmanship that meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.
• Perform all other duties as directed by supervisor(s).

Required Education & Experience Requirements:

• Most acquire and maintain forklift certification. (training provided)
• Must acquire and maintain chemical training certification. (training provided)
• Must acquire and maintain Tank Cleaning certification (training provided)
• Must acquire and maintain Crane Operator Certification (training provided)

Preferred Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar position is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Ability to safely operate wash tank system.
• Ability to safely use wash tank chemicals.
• Ability to safely clean wash tanks.
• Ability to safely operate the crane system.
• Ability to use a Scan Gun.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with instructions.
• Ability to follow all PPE requirements (ex: face shield required)
• Ability to read blueprints, job sheets, safety instructions, etc.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Detail-oriented.
• Good problem-solving skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Occasionally sit, frequently stand and walk.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25#; occasionally push and pull up to 25#
• Frequently bend, turn, twist.
• Frequently reach, operate forklift, and fine hand/eye coordination
• Occasional use of computer/keyboard, stoop/bend, crouch and squat
• Stand up to 10 hours per shift.

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