Job Opening: Forklift, Sit Down, Outdoor
Description
This position requires operating a forklift in a rugged 50+ acre outdoor, paved, and unpaved environment. The successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, covered, and uncovered manufacturing facility. Job Duties Operate stretch wrap machines, film roll up-enders, and extended boom arm forklift equipment Organize product in the yard according to inventory procedures Safely load product onto and unload product from flatbeds and box trailers Validate packing slips, ship tickets, and other delivery documentation, recording and interpreting shipping documentation, weights & measures, labels, and production schedules Requirements 2 Years experience operating forklift in an outdoor yard environment Ability to perform routine inspection, fueling & preventive maintenance duties (lubrication, cleaning, battery change) Ability to read and write in English Math, communication, and comprehension skills to interface with transportation, dispatch, & direct trailer hitch operations Ability to successfully pass internal Forklift Certification Training and demonstrate safety procedures Able to perform job tasks in sometimes dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear The employee will be required to sit for extended periods of time The employee may frequently stand on their feet The employee must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. from the ground level. The need to lift over 50 lbs. may arise from time to time – should this be the case; employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift The employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing – using steps and ladders, pushing pulling, stooping, and reaching PPE Hard Hat, Protective Eye Wear, HI-Vis Clothing, Steel Toe with Met-Guard, Gloves