Forklift Driver - 1st Shift

Apache Mills, Inc.; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Apache Mills, Inc. in Calhoun, GA is hiring a Lift Truck Operator to support fast-paced receiving operations. The role requires operating a lift truck safely, inspecting equipment daily, and achieving certification.

The job commonly runs Monday–Friday with possible overtime, including Saturdays, and offers health benefits and a 401(k) plan. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Apache Mills emphasizes safety, attendance, and teamwork while meeting quality standards and following all procedures to

Qualifications

• Operate a lift truck safely in a fast-paced manufacturing and receiving environment.
• Pass a lift truck written certification exam and demonstrate safe operation.
• Utilize scanning equipment and understand AS400 system basics.
• Work extended hours including weekends when needed.
• Meet or exceed company quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a lift truck safely in a fast-paced manufacturing and receiving environment.
• Inspect lift truck daily to ensure equipment is maintained and safe to operate.
• Pass the lift truck certification exam and demonstration of safe operation.
• Utilize scanning equipment and acquire knowledge of the AS400 system.
• Work extended hours to include weekends when business needs require.
• Meet or exceed company quality standards.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Stand, walk, lift, bend, stoop and reach while handling material or products.
• Collaborate respectfully with team members, vendors and visitors.
• Conform to company processes and procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

AS400 system

Scanning equipment

Job description

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Regular FullTime Calhoun, GA, US

Salary Range: $16.00 To $17.00 Hourly

Apache Mills, Inc., a worldwide leader in floor mat manufacturing, has immediate openings to join our growing company as a member of our Operations Team. As an environmentally responsible citizen of the global community and a commitment to providing a safe work environment, our products are proudly crafted in the USA.

We are currently seeking a Lift Truck Operator (LTO) for our fast-paced receiving operations. This position is regularly scheduled for Monday - Friday, may require overtime to include Saturdays.

The position requires the ability to (this is not a complete job description):

• operate a lift truck safely in a fast-paced manufacturing and receiving environment
• inspect a lift truck daily to ensure equipment is maintained and safe to operate
• pass successfully the lift truck written certification exam and demonstration of safe operation
• utilize the scanning equipment and acquire general knowledge of the AS400 system
• work extended hours to include weekends when business needs require
• meet or exceed company quality standards
• maintain regular and predictable attendance
• comply with company processes and procedures
• follow verbal and written instructions
• stand, walk, lift, bend, stoop, and reach while handling material or products
• work cooperatively, courteously, and respectfully with all team members, vendors, and visitors
• perform job duties in variable weather conditions (including hot weather)
• ensure good housekeeping of all areas on company premises

Apache Mills, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching