Certified Forklift Operator I — Production & Quality Ready

Overhead Door Corporation; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Overhead Door Corporation is seeking a Powered Industrial Truck Operator 1 to support all plant areas in Pensacola, FL. The role requires reading the production schedule, preparing materials in advance for the next three line items, and ensuring a steady supply of raw materials for production.

The operator will perform quality inspections on all handled products, work with minimal supervision, and participate in a team environment. Certification and ability to lift heavy loads are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be certified to operate a Powered Industrial Truck.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision and stay on task.
• Entry-level but requires certification.
• Minimum one year experience.
• Ability to lift/carry 50-75 pounds and up to 115 pounds with the assistance from another team member.
• Employee will be subject to repetitive motions of arms, wrists, hands, and feet.
• Constant and routine ability to ascend and/or descend from forklift throughout shift.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 90 % of shift).

Responsibilities

• The Powered Industrial Truck Operator 1 encompasses all areas of the plant.
• Must be able to read the production schedule and at a minimum have materials prepared in advance for the next three (3) line items that are scheduled to be run.
• Must maintain a sufficient supply of raw materials needed for production.
• Responsible for performing quality inspection for all products handled.
• Must be able to work in and contribute to a team environment, with minimal supervision.
• Must perform other tasks or duties as required by the Lead Person and /or Supervisor.
• Additional responsibilities may be required as needed and when production is low.

Skills

Forklift certification

Work with minimal supervision

Entry-level but certified

1 year experience

Lifting 50–75 lbs

Repetitive motions

Forklift ascent/descent

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overhead Door Corporation is seeking a Powered Industrial Truck Operator 1 to support all plant areas in Pensacola, FL. The role requires reading the production schedule, preparing materials in advance for the next three line items, and ensuring a steady supply of raw materials for production.

The operator will perform quality inspections on all handled products, work with minimal supervision, and participate in a team environment. Certification and ability to lift heavy loads are essential.