Forklift Operator

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• Maintaining a safe work environment by following the guidelines set forth in the company's written safety program.
• Maintaining safe tipping floor areas by staying aware of changing traffic conditions and other equipment movement.
• Reporting immediately any accident or injuries to the facility supervisor and/or the facility manager, after caring for the injured if required. Complete a report with the Shift Supervisor as soon as possible, but within the 24 hour time period required by State Law.
• Assist in the production, such as dumping cages when needed, moving containers and other jobs that require a forklift or loader.
• Minimizing feed downtime by keeping material on the belts.
• Reporting after each shift the following statistical data:
  Actual time worked, Loader or Forklift inspection sheets, Manicuring bales before loading, and Loading quality bales into outbound containers.
• Monitoring equipment "forklift/Loader" so necessary repairs can be made in a timely manner.
• Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Refilling oil and coolants as required to ensure the correct fluid levels.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, brief correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds.

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