Checker Loader Foam Mfg

Carpenter Canada Co.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,755,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is hiring a Checker/Loader Forklift Operator at our Temple, TX plant to unload/load trucks and perform final quality checks on finished products.

The role requires safe forklift operation, accurate loading, and data entry into the system, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in shipping and/or receiving.
• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Detail-oriented and proactive.
• Able to read and interpret a tape measure.
• Must obtain forklift certification prior to operating a forklift.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.
• Some computer skills and ability to use a computer daily.
• Able to work flexible hours, overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Unload/load trucks safely and efficiently, and perform final quality checks.
• Load trailers per customer requirements and ensure proper truck loading sequence.
• Operate forklift in accordance with safety policies and procedures.
• Input data into the computer system and maintain inventory records.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and report any vehicle or pallet issues.
• Maintain a neat, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Read tape measure

Data entry

Computer skills

Follow instructions

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Company hasimmediate openings for Checker/Loader Forklift Operator at their Temple, TX manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for safely and efficiently unloading/loading trucks; performing final quality checks on finished products and loading on trailer per customer requirements.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to communicate with management, excel in customer service skills, and work well independently.

This position will ensure the proper loading of material on trucks to maximize usage of space; thus, requiring the safe operation of a forklift.

• Must be able to read and completely understand the labeling process and read and write English.
• Recharge forklift batteries or propane tanks as instructed.
• Understand the Carpenter Company Safe Stacking Policy and the recognition of prohibited and restricted area requirements.
• Must check and load trailers per customer requirements.
• Understands and follows safety procedures involving the loading of trailers.
• Must use a manifest to load trailers properly.
• Must report and recognize trailers that are in disrepair and could harm the product being shipped.
• Must have the ability to operate a forklift in confined spaces where other forklifts are working and other employees are working and walking.
• Must obtain a Carpenter Company Forklift Certification.
• Must have the ability to drive a forklift in reverse hauling product to a final location in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Must be able to input data into the computer system.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Additional responsibilities of the Check/Loader Operator:

• Follows Standard Operating Procedures
• Load trucks in proper sequence
• Check loading tickets
• Use forklift to load trailers as needed
• Record and track information in inventory control system
• Verify trucks have been loaded properly
• Move stock in loading are as necessary
• Forklift certified - will be certified by Carpenter Co.

Skills/ Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• Prior experience in shipping and/or receiving
• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must take initiative and be a self-starter
• Read and interpret a tape measure.
• Must obtain a Carpenter Company Forklift Certification prior to operating a forklift.
• Must have basic reading, writing and math skills.
• Must have some computer skills and knowledge and be able to use a computer in day to day operations.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, overtime, weekends, holidays and call-in with little notice.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com .

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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