Forklift Driver

Forklift Driver

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Location:

Sumter, SC. Shift: Monday–Thursday 5 am–3 pm. Full‑time. Hourly rate: $17.00 per hour. Eligible for a variable incentive program.

What You’ll Do

• Utilize computer and perform cycle counts of components. Analyze cycle count information to determine root cause and corrective action. Resolve all errors by research and auditing of transactions.
• Operate forklifts and cranes to transport and locate equipment and materials to required areas.
• Receive, document, store, stage and issue all job‑related material to satisfy production requirements.
• Support assembly and fabrication requirements for materials as needed.
• Package, create and band equipment, parts, materials, products and accessories to minimize damage during shipment or staging.
• Apply labels, stickers, stencils as required for identification and ease of storage or shipping.
• Exhibit a strong adherence to quality by continually seeking methods of improvement for all functions of the position. Ensure that all products and parts adequately meet Eaton’s quality guidelines as they move throughout the production process. Perform quality checks as instructed.
• Receive and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers so as to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner. Closely follow established procedures for completing assigned function and perform special assignments and/or projects as assigned.
• Comply with all safety and industrial hygiene requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment and operation of equipment in a safe and competent manner. Understand and meet all departmental safety objectives and goals.
• Keep assigned work‑area clean and organized per 5S standards.
• Work with members of a team to effectively complete work assignment. Receive information from team members regarding customer needs and product requirements and utilize this information to perform one’s function.
• Exhibit strong analytical and problem‑solving skills so as to resolve any obstacles or delays that may occur in the production process.
• Perform Lean Initiatives by recommending suggestions for improvement related to quality, work processes, and environmental safety and health.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance when required to ensure peak performance of all manufacturing equipment.

Basic Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Must be authorized to work in the US without Company sponsorship
• Must reside within 50 miles of Sumter, SC to be considered. No relocation benefits provided.
• Position requires experience in forklift and/or crane operation to transport and locate equipment and materials to required areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer literate
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 lbs with reasonable accommodation. Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods. Repetitive lifting, bending, and squatting is inherent to this position.
• Working knowledge of Lean concepts.
• Knowledge of processes and procedures related to steel and bus fabrication, purchasing, receiving, shipping, and inventory control
• Broad range of knowledge in materials planning, scheduling, receiving, shipping, and tracking systems
• Computer skills include Excel, Word, DMM, AS400, Mapics, Vista, & Outlook.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach at or above shoulder level; grip; and use hands to handle and feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; stoop; lift; carry; push; pull; and grip. The employee is frequently required to lift/carry up to 35 pounds. The employee is frequently required to push/pull up to or greater than 35 pounds.

The vision requirements include far and close vision with depth perception and color discrimination. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to listen and to talk.

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