Shipping Fork Lift Op Probatn

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Department: Shipping                                                                                                                                                  Job: Shipping Forklift Operator

Shift: 3:00 pm- 11:00 pm 

Base Rate: Probation $25.44 after probation $25.94

SUMMARY:

The primary objective of this position is to ensure all freight is loaded or unloaded in compliance with safety and operating procedures accurately and efficiently. 

RESPONSIBLITIES:

Load and unload finished products and any related raw materials following proper procedures

Knowledge of warehouse storage areas and location of all products including samples and accessory items

Operate lift truck in a safe, productive manner in accordance with all safety procedures

Fill out daily checklist for forklift

Fill LP tanks as needed following all safety procedures

Maintain housekeeping in shipping and warehouse areas including periodic cleaning of forklifts

Perform cycle counts as requested

Shuttling product to additional storage space

Work independently at outside warehouse as required

Perform other duties as assigned by shipping leader

Assist other plant personnel as needed

Specific to outside warehouse:

Responsible for security of warehouse

Unlock and lock gates, office, lights, etc.

Ensure forklift secured and stored in building

Complete all required paperwork for carriers and return to shipping clerk

Monitor inventories and turn over in timely manner

Notify your supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss accident or on-the-job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem

Operate equipment only when you are trained in its use or are working with or under the direction of a qualified employee, and you are authorized to do so by your supervisor

Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 The employee should hold the following abilities:

Good oral and written communication skills

Basic mathematics skills

Some knowledge of all raw materials

Knowledge of finished product

Ability to work with truck drivers in a positive and courteous manner

  COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

 The employee must be capable of:

Log into and navigate company Talent Center to access paycheck/benefits enrollment information

Log into and navigate Learning Management system and accomplish required online training routinely

Basic computer skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

 The employee should have the following:

High School Diploma or GED

Completed and passed lift truck training programs and have a valid fork lift operator license

  ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

 The employee should possess the ability to:

Ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance

Ability to routinely lift up to 80 lbs with assistance

Work for up to 12 hours in extreme hold/cold manufacturing environment

Walk/stand on concrete floors continuously for up to 12 hours

Routinely ascend and descend stairs to enter work areas

Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – steel toed shoes, ear plugs, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) as necessary for task

Push/Drive floor sweeping and cleaning equipment or tools as necessary for housekeeping duties

Lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs) from Auto Catcher to seconds re-wrap or recycle/trash receptacle.

Ability to rotate and work shift work

Ability to help with all line breaks and lace-ups

The Summit Plant is a 100% tobacco-free site.

BENEFITS OFFERED

Choice of 3 healthcare benefit plans, including an HMO,  starting first day of employment

Wellness programs and incentive credits

Company paid life insurance and AD&D insurance

Company paid disability insurance

401k with excellent company match

Employee stock purchase plan

12 Paid Holidays

Safety Boots & Coverall after 60days

Variable Incentive Program (VIP)

Paid vacation after 1 year

Adoption assistance

Employee & dependent scholarships

Employee Assistance Program

Vendor discounts

Employee rebates

Paid Lunch