ob Description
Responsibilities
Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule
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
Assist production with bottle necks and other material needs
Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
Completes per-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
General Summary
Forklift Operator is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required.
Requirements
Knowledge
No minimum experience is required; however, forklift driving experienced is preferred
Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques
Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
Skills and abilities
Ability to work in a safe manner
Ability to recognize size/grade/quality of material
Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions
Demonstrate ability to stack material properly
Ability to pay attention to surroundings
Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions
Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English; ability read and write basic English
Ability to frequently get on and off a forklift, to withstand operations in rough surfaces, to work in a wide range of weather condition, and operate a forklift for extended periods of time
Demonstrate eye-hand coordination
Ability to work under immediate supervision
Ability to work hours mandated by management
