Forklift Operator
Columbus, GA, USA
Posted 6+ months ago
GENERAL FUNCTIONSAssists with general warehouse and customer shipment functions. Completes all activities to meet shipping schedule time requirements and warehouse storage procedures. Operates a forklift to transport, load, unload, and stack large and/or heavy items within plant #1 and plant #2. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / DUTIES- Uses a forklift to: stack/pull WIP cages/pallets into production areas (FIFO); place coils for RY and blanking; move completed parts to next locations; empty scrap containers; place finished goods in assigned storage; load/unload trucks- Uses ERP system to: load WIP parts into jobs for hand press/spot weld; assist team members with Plex entries; load WIP parts or coils for RY/blanking; determine destination in plant #1/#2 and move parts; check inventory for correct ID, packing, pallet condition, stacking specs- Supports warehouse with shipments and storage procedures when needed- Cleans work area (sweeping, mopping, trash removal)- Performs other duties as required QUALITY RESPONSIBILITY- Knowledgeable of quality, environmental, and company policies and procedures; ensures products meet established requirements WORKING CONDITIONS- Works inside non-temperature-controlled warehouse and temperature-controlled plant; work may be dusty, dirty, greasy; may handle sharp-edged material PHYSICAL EFFORT- Production: sitting or standing on hard surface; stands, stoops, bends, lifts up to ~50 lbs; continual movement of hands/arms- Administrative: sitting for long periods; bending, stooping, lifting ~20 lbs; extensive reading and computer work- All: vision minimum 20/40 near and distant (with or without corrective lenses); operates forklift and maintains constant safety awareness SAFETY EQUIPMENT- Safety shoes and glasses in production area including die shop and warehouse; ear plugs required in production area; gloves worn as appropriate QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS- Able to perform duties satisfactorily; High school diploma or equivalent; six months of forklift/lift truck operating experience- Must receive forklift training and pass forklift test ADDITIONAL PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS- Mechanical/technical courses; six months of production or machine shop experience; one or more years of forklift/warehouse/shipping experience; ERP system skills APPLY TODAY link available on the page.