Forklift Oper

Overview

Summary/Objective:
This position is primarily responsible for the movement of raw and finished materials through the various phases of production.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Lift truck operator’s license preferred (training available).

• Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company’s overall goals.
• Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills (English).
• Must be able to read and process written communication including, but not limited to, work orders, delivery receipts, frame prints, and measurements.
• Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines for company projects.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to operate a Lift Truck or Tractor as necessary.
• Must be able to operate appropriate equipment including radios, stabilization devices, tape measures, etc.
• Must be able to physically lift and maneuver weights in excess of fifty pounds.
• Must be highly organized.
• Must possess successful problem‑solving skills.
• Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with leaders, fellow team members, customers, etc.
• Must be able to work under physically and mentally stressful situations.
• Must be able to deal with climate extremes (temperature, precipitation, etc.).
• Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day.

This position has no supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling; lifting and/or moving items over 50 pounds may be required. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Personal Protective Equipment is required.

This is a full‑time position, and the expected work hours are decided by the manufacturing manager.

This position requires successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment Fit for Duty evaluation. Employment and/or PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) certification is contingent upon meeting Fit for Duty requirements.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with employer match, vacation, and more.
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave‑of‑absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters.

All employment and personnel‑related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job‑related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.