Job Title : Forklift Operator
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, ensuring the proper handling, storage, and delivery of materials. The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in maintaining safety standards, productivity, and ensuring timely deliveries within the production environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Safely operate and maintain the forklift, ensuring compliance with all safety guidelines and operational procedures.
- Complete daily forklift inspections before shift start and when operating new equipment, submitting maintenance work orders for necessary repairs.
- Prior to the start of each shift, ensure that stock is located and prepared for delivery to machines, optimizing workflow and efficiency.
- Remove finished goods from machines, ensuring they are stored properly and accurately labeled.
- Organize and maintain stock in designated storage areas, adhering to safety and operational best practices.
- Accurately complete all required paperwork, including inventory tracking, production data, and safety records.
- Maintain up-to-date stock locations in both physical storage areas and computer systems, ensuring seamless operations.
- Maximize equipment utilization by ensuring machinery operates at full capacity and speed in accordance with the daily production schedule.
- Proactively assist fellow forklift operators and provide support as needed, including serving as a backup for the Shipping Lead.
- Complete regular reports, including but not limited to : production data, machine status, safety compliance, and quality assurance data.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Education and Experience :
High School diploma or GED required.Preferred : Previous experience in the corrugated industry and / or as a forklift operator.Skills & Qualifications :
Language Skills : Ability to read and interpret factory instructions and safety guidelines.Mathematical Skills : Competence in reading a tape measure and performing basic calculations (e.g., percentages, measurement, volume, rate).Reasoning Ability : Ability to apply common sense to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and solve basic operational problems.Technical Skills : Knowledge of forklift design, capabilities, and operational efficiency. Familiarity with product layouts, production specifications, and quality standards.Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations :
A valid and current Forklift Operator License is required.Physical Demands :
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch.Occasionally required to sit and lift / move up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.Specific vision requirements : close, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work Environment :
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet / humid conditions, and high places.Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.The work environment is typically loud due to machinery and production processes.Performance Expectations :
Operating Standards : Meet or exceed standards in quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity. These standards will be set annually and communicated to employees.Personal Growth : Work with management to set annual goals for professional development.Employee Relations : Evaluated based on teamwork, communication, and respectful behavior towards colleagues.Innovation : Actively participate in suggesting new ideas that improve business operations.Perks of Pra
Medical / Dental / Vision PlansShort Term / Long Term DisabilitySupplemental Life Insurance PlansChild Bearing / Parental Leave401K Plan with Company MatchPaid Holidays / Paid VacationUniforms / Safety Shoes / Prescription Safety GlassesHealthy Lifestyles Program / Virgin Pulse Fitness Tracker$500.0 / Year Gym Membership Reimbursement100% Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance ProgramIncome Protection PlansLegal & Travel Assistance PlansEAP / Home Auto Insurance PlansWireless / Auto / Computer Discount Plans