Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Location US-MO-Independence

Job Code 15231

Permanent/Temporary? Permanent

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Title:

 Forklift Operator

Location:

 Independence, MO

Salary: $20.00-$25.00

Schedule:

5x8's, Monday-Friday

Website: 

Focus:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement, storage, shipping, and receiving of palletized materials-including hazardous goods-within a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Forklift Operator

Essential Job Functions:

* Safely load, unload, stack, and move materials using electric sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and pallet jacks.

* Support order picking, labeling, wrapping, and packing tasks as needed to prepare products for shipment.

* Conduct daily inspections of material handling equipment, reporting unsafe or malfunctioning units.

* Maintain accuracy in inventory movement and ensure product rotation and placement per company procedures.

* Follow Winchester's safety and hazardous materials handling procedures, contributing to a clean and organized work environment.

Forklift Operator

Minimum Requirements:

* Must be at least 18 years of age.

* Prior experience operating electric sit-down forklifts, stand-up reach trucks, and pallet jacks in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.

* Basic proficiency in math, reading, computer use, and RF scanner technology.

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in environments requiring frequent standing, bending, and maneuvering in tight spaces.

* Previous logistics/warehouse experience at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant preferred.

Location-Specific Requirements:

* This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

* This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

* This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen.

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Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

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Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

* Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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