Forklift Operator
INDEPENDENCE, OR 97351
Posted: 9/4/2024
Job Description
Responsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility. Skills and Competencies: Ability to drive a forklift- Ability to lift 50 pounds- Ability to climb on and off of required equipment- Ability to sit for long periods- Ability to communicate effectively- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide- Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions. Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather. Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays.
Requirements:
Major Job Duties and Responsibilities: Performs a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate. Checks fluid levels- For oil, water and fuel before operating the lift- Ensures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory- Removes palletized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required- Places palletized bags in inventory and ensuring they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging other inventory- Actively participates in plant cleanliness by restacking, picking-up trash and debris, and washing their equipment- Reads the BOLs and places the correct quantity and SKU on the carriers trucks in a safe and efficient manner. Any changes to the BOLs must be communicated to the Dispatcher and or office personnel- Performs physical inventory counts of finished goods as required- Meets quality and quantity.
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