Material Handling Specialist

Forbo Movement Systems Job Opportunity

Since 1919, Forbo Movement Systems has been the specialist for high-quality conveyor and processing belts, versatile plastic modular belts, homogeneous conveyor belts, efficient power transmission belts and precise timing and flat belts. Our innovative solutions for production, material flow and logistics contribute significantly to the competitiveness of our customers. In addition to our focus on quality and innovation, we consistently focus on sustainability. Through continuous improvements, we also support the sustainability efforts of our customers.

Under minimum supervision, work safely and efficiently to meet production schedules and quality standards by performing Slitting processes and operating necessary equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate Forklift / crane to transport belting material within the fabrication area
• Ensure proper material is available when and where needed as indicated on order form
• Ability to understand order form
• Properly retag belting material as necessary
• Accurately assign new location numbers as necessary
• Return material to its proper inventory rack location
• Regular & predictable attendance
• Perform other duties as necessary

• Ability to read and understand order forms and inventory control tags indicating article and location numbers
• Ability to independently and safely operate standard forklift, crane, 4-way lift
• Satisfactory completion of required Siegling training programs
• Working knowledge of basic computer applications for data entry
• Must be able to frequently and independently lift up to 75 lbs. and maneuver large rolls of belting material weight in excess 500 lbs.

Position requires, but is not limited to the following demands/factors:

PHYSICAL:

• Occasional to frequent heavy lifting of belting material weighing up to at least 50 lbs.
• Continuous standing and walking
• Frequent handling, pulling, and pushing using medium force
• Occasional stooping, crouching, reaching and twisting
• Occasional, light pressure use of hand-arm and leg-foot controls to operate machinery and equipment
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less to be able to accurately read printed workshop order form and perform precision work involving exact measurements of length, width and thickness of various belting material
• Hear and speak clearly and distinctly to understand and verbally communicate with co-workers and others

ENVIRONMENTAL:

• Works around and with cutting tools, forklifts, and other machinery which could cause cuts, abrasions, bruises, burns or fractures to hands and other body parts
• Possible exposure to chemical vapors/odors
• Temperature range, 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit
• Humidity level, 50 - 55%

Qualifications:

• GED or High School equivalent
• Ability to read and understand written order specifications in English and the Metric system
• Ability to independently and safely set up necessary machinery and operate related tools/equipment

It is the policy of Forbo Movement Systems to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law

Shifts: 1st shift 7am - 3pm 3rd shift 11pm-7am