Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Base pay range is $24.50 - $28.00 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm

Operates forklift to receive, deliver, and otherwise move materials between and throughout two adjacent manufacturing buildings (North and South). Primary task is to receive orders from production lines and deliver requested materials, unloading incoming cargo containers, and moving materials around the facility. Also must assist in month‑end counting, accuracy verification, and maintaining the accuracy of inventory records.

• Supports production lines:
  At start of shift, communicates with last shift to determine order sequence and completion
• Receives order paperwork, incoming radio call, or in‑person request for materials
• Reviews order and/or writes down verbal order information on notepad
• Orders needed PVC profile materials from extrusion
• Obtains materials from North building (supply area), extrusion, receiving areas in South building, or elsewhere within the South building
• Delivers materials to appropriate production line in a timely manner
• Must prioritize orders and determine sequence of delivery
• Must identify when to stop one task and begin another based on production needs
• Unloads incoming materials from cargo containers in either building
• Moves unused glass materials from staging area into waste container
• Moves unused PVC materials from fabrication staging area to extrusion department for re‑use
• Must be able to clearly communicate with internal customers and record order information
• Must be able to prioritize tasks according to production needs
• Must be able to obtain and deliver materials in a timely fashion
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate the forklift, using both hands and feet, as well as visual and auditory senses

• May assist with materials movement in other areas, outside scope of receiving/delivery, when asked
• May assist receiving clerk or storekeeper, when asked
• Completes and maintains production paperwork as needed per training
• Punch time clock before and after shift to record time worked
• Perform other duties as assigned

Must possess common sense, positive attitude, demonstrate excellent attendance and perform effectively under stress. Must be quality and safety conscious, and a team player. Must be able to work quickly with product and lift and carry up to 75 pounds for short distances. Ability to turn on/off the forklift and manipulate its steering wheel, gears, levers and foot pedals simultaneously. Must have excellent manual dexterity and be able to concentrate for sustained periods.

Must have good communication skills and be able to interact with people. Will frequently push/pull, bend at the waist and neck, kneel/squat, twist, reach above shoulders and below waist, use repetitive hand/arm movements, grasp, pinch, climb and work at heights while operating the forklift.

Manufacturing environment:
Open plant, cement floors, stationary machinery, moving equipment, exposure to various chemicals, solvents, glass and vinyl dust (MSDS available upon request).

Forklift, carts, pallet jacks, paperwork, pens/pencils and radio. Required personal protective equipment includes hearing protection, steel‑toe boots, safety glasses and hard hat.

Safe work performance is required from each associate at all times. Perform all duties and responsibilities in a safe manner in accordance with applicable Health and Safety Manuals.

• Required to wear or use personal protective equipment as applicable and to immediately report unsafe working conditions
• Comply with all legislative requirements as outlined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations
• Additionally, the proper discharge of safety responsibilities is an integral part of each associate’s performance appraisal

Experience: 3–5 years of operating forklift experience

Knowledge: Ability to read, write and speak simple English as appropriate to a manufacturing environment. Must read production tags, paperwork, safety warning labels and signs; verbal communication with coworkers,…