Forklift Driver (3rd Shift)

Tekni-Plex; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Driver to manage loading and unloading tasks efficiently. This role involves ensuring the production floor is well-supplied with materials while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have completed necessary certifications and possess strong communication skills. Join a team where your contributions directly impact operations and safety in a dynamic manufacturing environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must complete IVO certification and GMP training.
• Knowledge of material handling and safety practices required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks at the dock in shipping.
• Keep production supplied with raw materials and packing supplies.
• Use RF scanners for logistics of material flow.

Skills

Material Handling

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

IVO Certification

GMP Training

Tools

RF Scanners

Job description

The Forklift Driver is responsible for loading and unloading trucks and assisting with material movements on the production floor.

Shift Hours: 10:45pm 7:00am

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Loading and unloading trucks at the dock in shipping
• Keep production supplied with raw materials, packing supplies and in process rolls
• Remove scrap and empty dumpster as needed
• Run sweeper scrubber thru aisle
• Put up raw materials
• Put away finish goods skids
• Use RF scanners for logistic of material flow throughout the building
• Safety and Housekeeping
• Material Handling
• Communication
• Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

The Company maintains the right to revise and/or add duties in response to business requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of IVO (Industrial Vehicle Operator) certification training.
• Successful completion of JSA (Job Safety & Health Analysis) reading.
• Successful completion of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) training.
• Active IVO training/Forklift certification
• Knowledge of how to band scrap

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job,

• The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, push, pull and carry; and hear.
• The employee frequently is required to talk and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee will be frequently working with sharp tools, such as knives and ledgers.
• The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job,

• The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to humid conditions; heights; fumes or airborne particles; toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals; skin irritants; outside weather conditions; high heat; and risk of static shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
• The employee is regularly required to work with others, but may occasionally work alone.

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