Job Description
The Forklift Operator I is responsible for moving materials from inventory to production and back, maintaining accurate records, and providing materials based on production schedules. This role involves moving materials between stations, packaging finished goods, and moving them to the warehouse. The operator also assists with production bottlenecks, performs equipment maintenance, and maintains inventory organization. The position requires completing pre-shift checklists and adhering to forklift policies. Safety participation and completing required records are essential components of the role. The job involves operating a forklift, packing and labeling items, and ensuring the correct movement of materials.
Good To Have:
- Forklift driving experience is preferred
- Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Must Have:
- Move material from inventory to production
- Maintain accurate paperwork and production records
- Complete pre-shift equipment checklists
- Follow forklift rules and policies
Perks:
- Medical insurance
- Health savings account with company contribution
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Stock purchase program with employee discount
- Educational reimbursement
- Wellness programs and challenges
Job Summary
Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.
Hourly Pay: $16.50 dependent on experience
Bonus/Incentive Pay :
A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.
Benefits currently offered to our employees:
- Medical insurance
- Health savings account with company contribution
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Stock purchase program with employee discount
- Educational reimbursement
- Wellness programs and challenges
- Other supplemental benefits
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary
- Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material
- Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse
- Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs
- Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
- Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns
- Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean
- Completes production records as required
- Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
- Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
- Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred
- Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
- Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
- Must be at least 18 years of age
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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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