Forklift - Material Puller

Forklift Operator (Material Puller)

Overview
To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. Reads order, gathers ordered materials/doors manually or with forklift, sorts for proper stacking, applies place cards, stages for loading. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.

Responsibilities
* Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational compliance
* Fuel forklifts as required and performs safety checks on the lift. Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules and regulations required with forklift operation* Places pallets of finished door stacks on wrapper with forklift
* Pull all production wraps lines as required out of designated areas
* Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
* Separate all disposable material into the designated areas
* Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on weekends if business need requires
* Position will require appropriate certification to operate equipment
* Operate forklift to load and/or move materials
* Supply production areas with needed materials from inventory
* Load/unload, lift, move, place, stack raw materials and doors
* Navigates throughout plant, including populated and small areas
* Supports the manufacturing process through inspection and aid to machine operators
* Inspect doors and make minor repairs
* Maintain a safe and clean work environment
* Performs any other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
* Read/interpret schedules/tickets/shipping documents* Strong eye/hand coordination and ability to stand for long continuous hours* Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
* Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
* Constant attention to detail and accuracy of material placement
* Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
* Solid verbal and written communication skills
* Strong analytical skills.Ability to organize and maintain detailed records
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task* Ability to lift to 50+ lbs.
* Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order toavoid having any disruptions in production and customer service
* Follow all operational and safety SOP's as written

Qualifications
* High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred not required
* Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment*1-2 years of forklift experience with previous forklift certification, required