Forklift Operator
Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
JOB SUMMARY
The Forklift Operator will utilize the forklift to facilitate movement of product and materials in an organized and safe manner throughout the facility to maximize space and productivity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Comply with Company Safety Policies and Procedures
- Wears assigned PPE in order to safely perform all job tasks
- Wears steel-toed boot for the duration of work shift
- Maintains a professional and positive attitude
- Reports any and all injuries to respective supervisor(s)
- Performs general housekeeping duties to help maintain a clean and safe work area
- Attends company sponsored training when necessary
- Reports to work daily and on time unless otherwise excused
- Abides by all of Westlake safety and / or quality policies and procedures
- Performs daily inspection on assigned forklift and notify appropriate personnel of all safety and maintenance issues prior to driving forklift
- Transfers material throughout facility and store new product in designated area
- Safely secures and loads flatbed and flatbed trucks as needed (where applicable)
- Keeps record of molds filled and stored in drying room (as applicable)
- Follows company safety procedures pertaining to forklift safety
- Follows all forklift safety procedures when replacing empty propane tanks on forklifts
- Wraps finished product for shipping (where applicable)
- Transfers finished goods from demolding area to finished goods area
- Retrieves pallets
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed
- Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Attention to detail and accuracyMust be able to read and write in English and / or SpanishAbility to receive and carry out instructions given by managementAbility to model desired behavior and conduct for all employeesMust be safe minded and alert during times of operationDemonstrated traits of honesty and integrity and ability to maintain confidential informationMust be able to perform simple mathematic functionsMust possess the ability to obtain forklift certification and have thorough knowledge of operating policies and proceduresEDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent or training or certification in relevant skill or trade1-2 years experience in a relevant fieldESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
Prolong standing or in stationary positionComplete repetitive movements such as typingBe exposed to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortableComplete repetitive movementsWear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)Lift / move / transport items up to 50 poundsAbility to move or traverse about the facilitiesMust be able to ascend / descend stairs or laddersAbility to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditionsThis is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
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