Converting Transfer Cart

New-Indy Containerboard LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

New-Indy Containerboard LLC in Hickory, NC seeks a dependable forklift operator to handle transfer car operations and related production tasks on the shop floor. The role requires safety-focused performance and the ability to follow precise instructions.

Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, moving stock to machines, and maintaining accurate records while complying with all safety and company policies. Prior forklift experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Lift Truck Operator License is required.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for the transfer car safely.
• Complete transfer car inspections before shift and submit maintenance requests as needed.
• Deliver stock to machines safely and on time.
• Maintain neat, safe stock stacks in storage areas.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate stock locations in storage via paperwork and computer.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at available capacity and speed.
• Adhere to daily production schedule and help optimize it to meet goals.
• Submit reports accurately and promptly.
• Follow all safety and housekeeping policies; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Mathematical calculations

Quality standards adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the transfer car.

Duties And Responsibilities

Operation and care of transfer car in a safe manner. Must be qualified to properly operate the transfer car.

Complete and document a transfer car inspection form before start of shift and turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.

Deliver appropriate stock to appropriate machines safely and on time.

Maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas.

Complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

Maintain accurate location of stock in storage area by paperwork and computer.

Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.

Adheres to daily production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals.

Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Language Skills

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

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Mathematical Skills

Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

Technical Skills

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job

Qualifications

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.

Candidates Are PREFERRED Who Offer The Following

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.