Forklift Driver

Columbia Forest Products; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

PRO Pallet LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator in Dover, PA. You will operate a forklift safely, following all company and OSHA safety standards and maintaining vigilance around coworkers and equipment to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities include daily checklists, dock operations, and ensuring compliance with safety rules. The role requires readiness to fill in other areas as needed, with a flexible schedule and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must pass the required forklift safety test per OSHA standards.
• Adhere to all plant safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action or termination.

Responsibilities

• Operate the forklift with caution, always wearing your seatbelt and driving at a safe speed.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to ensure safety of employees and property.
• Turn off lights and gas at end of shift; do not leave motor running during breaks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

OSHA compliance

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Job description

As a Forklift Operator at PRO Pallet, you are responsible for safely operating a forklift in compliance with all company and safety standards. You must be proactive, attentive to your surroundings, and adhere to safety protocols to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the facility.

Company:

PRO Pallet LLC

Location:

Dover, PA

Pay:

$15.00/hr

Objective

Job description

As a Forklift Operator at PRO Pallet, you are responsible for safely operating a forklift in compliance with all company and safety standards. You must be proactive, attentive to your surroundings, and adhere to safety protocols to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Forklift Operation

• Operate the forklift with caution, always wearing your seatbelt and driving at a safe speed.
• Maintain awareness of your surroundings to ensure the safety of employees and company property.
• Avoid running over plastic shrink wrap and banding. Pick it up immediately to avoid costly repairs (average labor cost for removal is $230, excluding radiator damage).
• Turn off the forklift’s lights and gas at the end of every shift.
• Do not leave the motor running and lights on during breaks, lunch, or when away from the unit for an extended period

Forklift Maintenance

• Complete a Forklift Operator Daily Checklist and submit it to the Human Resources office by your first break (9:00 AM - 9:15 AM). No exceptions.
• If operating a different forklift due to repairs or other reasons, fill out a new Daily Checklist for the new unit.

Trailer And Dock Operations

• After loading/unloading a trailer, ensure the dock plate is securely placed down before the jockey can move the trailer.

Safety Compliance

• Maintain your valid, certified PRO Pallet forklift license on your person at all times while operating a forklift.
• Follow all plant safety rules and OSHA requirements, ensuring your operation complies with the required forklift safety standards.
• Be prepared to fill in for other operators in different areas of the plant when needed.

Knowledge And Experience Requirements

• Must pass the required forklift safety test in accordance with OSHA standards.
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• Must adhere to all plant safety rules and OSHA regulations.
• Failure to comply with these requirements may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday: 7:00 AM – 3:45 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• Occasional voluntary overtime

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program