Forklift Operator

Overview: Forklift Operators are responsible for aiding in all areas of the manufacturing facility. Primarily working in the stock yard, year-round, in equipment with capacities ranging from 10,000 lbs up to 100,000Ibs equipped with heating. Forklift Operators are responsible for loading, unloading trucks, and moving materials throughout the yard and plant. They participate in general housekeeping and other various tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Perform and keep logs of inspection of forklift before use on each shift
• Identify and report any issues to equipment to Supervisor
• Safely operate a variety of equipment to load, unload and move materials and products
• Load, unload and move products and materials by hand, or with basic material handling equipment
• Load and unload customer vehicles with product or other materials
• Organize and maintain inventory throughout the plant and yard
• Sort, crate, and stack goods
• Wrap goods
• Weigh materials and goods
• Store cargo and materials
• Stencil products with pre-made labels
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels
• Perform other tasks as required

Qualifications:

Education Required:

• High-School Diploma
• Valid Forklift Certification

Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience operating a forklift in any industrial or manufacturing setting
• Ability to move materials in safe and efficient manner
• Ability to assess weights, judge distances and heights
• Always maintain high level of safety
• Exceptional attention to details
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment
• Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks
• Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to focus and accurately complete both complex and repetitive tasks Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling difficult and/orstressful situations
• Willing to work overtime as required
• Maintain a high level of customer service both internally and externally.

Years of experience:

• 1-3 years

Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots (own)
• Hard Hat, Safety Vest, Glasses, gloves, and ear plugs (supplied)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.40-$30.30 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 44 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Experience:

• Forklift: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person