Forklift Operator
1131 Arnold Street, United States | Chicago Heights | Full-time
Job Description
The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving all materials to its designated areas in the warehouse.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that lift trucks are inspected for problems at the beginning of each shift. A forklift safety checklist must be filled out prior to operating any forklift.
- Operate lift truck in a safe manner in order to complete the shipment and storage of product. Reference WHS-S001.
- Deliver product and materials to other departments as needed.
- Receive and store pallets and packaging materials.
- Ensure that all warehouse areas are clean.
- Adhere to all department (level III) procedures and work instructions.
- Assist with the identification and elimination of waste within the organization in addition to making suggestions to Warehouse and Shipping Supervisors.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to understand, read, speak and write in English.
- Must pass the forklift training with 90% or higher
- Demonstrate ability to perform arithmetical calculations including electrical resistance.
- Demonstrate ability to understand procedures in glass melting process.
- Demonstrate ability to read and understand gauges, instruments and operate various furnace controls.
- Demonstrate ability to make adjustments when heating and cooling a furnace.
- Ability to work regular day shifts and rotating shift when needed (24-7-365)
- Ability to follow departmental and plant S.O.P.’s.
- Maintain general housekeeping and 5S.
- Ability to be on call 24/7
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
