Description
The Forklift Operator shall operate the functions of transferring pipe material through the stages of all production lines in accordance with plant policies and procedures. He/she will ensure a safe and compliant operation during his/her shift.
Working Conditions
Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment; hot when weather is hot and cold when weather is cold. Greasy, dirty and noisy environment. Work involves lifting, pulling and/or pushing of materials and product up to 50 pounds. Standing and walking considerable distances. Operation requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protection, work boots, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
Qualifications
- 1.1.A High School diploma or equivalent with at least one year of proven Forklift Operation experience in an OCTG field.
- 1.2.Basic English reading, writing, and arithmetic and computer skills required.
- 1.3.Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and hand held technical devices.
- 1.4.Knowledge of the manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
- 1.5.Must be able to work with a flexible or rotating schedule which may require over-time and weekends when needed.
- 1.6.Employee must be able to respond to call outs when required.
- 1.7.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to operate and keep up with All and any Production Lines: Pipe Mill, Heat Treat, Hydro / Inspection and Threadlines.
- 1.8.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to safely load and unload Trucks.
- 1.9.Operator shall demonstrate ability and skills to safely operate Pettibone to load Gondolas and/or other heavy equipment to load Bulkhead flatcars for Rail Operations.
Responsibilities
- 2.1.Maintain transfer and production operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
- 2.2.Instruct yard helper of the transfer and housekeeping operation.
- 2.3.Verifies all loading and unloading of material for assurance.
- 2.4.Assists Inventory Control for verification of counts and material.
- 2.5.Routes trucks to loading and unloading destinations within the yard.
- 2.6.The employee is responsible for the racking of material per BMP policies and procedures.
- 2.7.Communicating to Yard Lead-Man/Supervisor any problems with material, racks, or trucks.
- 2.8.Assisting at processing inbound and outbound racks when needed.
- 2.9.Communicate to Yard Management any problems with equipment.
- 2.10.Employee must follow all PPE policies and safety rules.
Activities
- 3.1.Employee must report to Yard Lead-man for production or Yard Supervisor for special projects on daily tasks.
- 3.2.Assist Yard Lead-Man with loading, unloading and verification of material.
- 3.3.Maintain good housekeeping practices in the work area and keep it free and clear of debris.
- 3.4.Lift and transfer material in a safe manner as per safety regulations and instructions.
- 3.5.Document, verify and record transfers on MES.
- 3.6.Other duties as assigned.