Forklift Operator

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Base pay is $21.50 per hour, plus $1.25 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift

2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3 pm-11 pm

Benefits Starting Day 1

On Demand Pay (Access To Your Pay When You Need It)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensures inventory control through correct placement of product within warehouse. Ensures safety of people and materials in all locations by following Company guidelines on lifting, stacking, and operation of motorized equipment. Performs all functions in accordance with safety policies and procedures to maintain a quality product during storage and shipment. Responsible for careful loading of product and quality crate building to assist with customer satisfaction.

• Train to operate motorized equipment (forklift and multi-directional equipment) safely
• Correctly fill orders from inventory
• Stage product in preparation for shipment
• Collect product for the set-up and construction of crates
• Build crates from wooden materials around cartons of product in preparation for shipment
• Provide production with product storage racks
• Change batteries and gas tanks on forklifts and report maintenance needs of motorized equipment
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and safety checks on motorized equipment
• Perform warehouse maintenance and warehouse housekeeping
• Train on paperwork for crates and vans
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required
• All forklift operators must have either a valid driver’s license or a medical clearance from a healthcare provider confirming that they meet the state’s minimum visual acuity and health requirements needed for a driver’s license
• Attend scheduled staff meetings with the Distribution Supervisor, if necessary
• Perform basic duties of Forklift Operator 2 at times, based upon ability and experience
• Maintain an accurate timecard daily
• Actively participate in all plant safety programs, depending on location

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• Six months’ experience as a Warehouse Associate 1 or six months’ related experience preferred
• Must possess a thorough understanding of the Company distribution processes and procedures
• Must have good eye/hand coordination, excellent manual dexterity including a skill to use hand and electrical tools, and an ability to read and comprehend number
• Must be able to lift up to 86lbs on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist and ability to team lift 87 to 100lbs
• Must be detailed oriented, possess good communication skills, and interact well with others
• Must be able to separate product by profiling color
• Warehouse environment with exposure to equipment noise, temperature extremes, and dust
• Position requires continual lifting, twisting, and bending
• Must be proficient in working with hand, electrical, and pneumatic tools
• Must be able to operate a multi-directional forklift safely
• Safety glasses and ear plugs must be utilized as instructed
• Must posses a Company motorized equipment license
• Safe work performance is required from each Associate at all times
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals
• Required to wear or use personal protective **** equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions
• Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Additional Information

Site Address: 12600 NE 40th St #300 Kansas City, MO 64161

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Note to External Recruiters

Cornerstone Building Brands does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any candidate submissions that were not expressly authorized.

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