Forklift Operator

kobeal; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobeal in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Press Forklift Operator (Floater) to operate forklifts safely, deliver cages or billets to the press, and manage scrap containers.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety standards, coordinating with maintenance for uptime, assisting daily production reporting, and following SOPs while working 12-hour shifts. This role requires basic English, reading comprehension, math skills, and the ability to work in hot, dusty, noisy industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in reading safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and perform small hoist operations.
• Deliver cages or billets to the press and handle scrap containers.
• Maintain and enforce safe and healthy working conditions.
• Assist in daily production reporting and record-keeping.
• Follow all SOPs and work in collaboration with maintenance for uptime.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Forging Supervisor.

Skills

5S knowledge

Safety rules reading

Troubleshooting equipment

QAD scanning

12-hour shifts

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Basic English literacy

Following instructions

Safety-first mindset

Industrial environment tolerance

Computer-based reporting

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/Written communication

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic mechanical aptitude

Job description

Job Title: Press Forklift Operator (Floater)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Forging

Reports to: Forging Supervisor

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for operating a Forklift. The operator is charged with operating the Forklift with safety in mind, delivering cages or billets to the press and handling scrap containers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensuring consistent basic safety standards and procedures.
• Forklift operation and small hoist operation.
• Ensures Press utilization is at maximum operational availability.
• Directly works with maintenance to ensure equipment up time.
• Promotes, maintains, and enforces safe and healthy working conditions for themselves and other KAAP employees in accordance with regulatory requirements and Company standards.
• Assist in the preparation of daily production reports and maintain appropriate records.
• Ensure all SOP are followed and not deviated from.
• Other duties assigned by the Forging Supervisor.

Skills & Competencies:

• Understanding and utilization of 5S concept.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Ability to use QAD to scan billets at the press using a scan gun.
• Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts (willing to work every other weekend and some holidays). Shifts are either 5:00 AM - 5:10 PM or 5:00 PM - 5:10 PM.
• Able to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods, to include but not limited to: lifting up to (50 lbs.), walking, standing, stooping, pulling, and pushing.
• Willing to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations; including wearing personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Must work safely.
• Willing to work in hot/humid, cold, noisy industrial environment.
• Willing to work around dust, oil, grease, chemicals, and other substances.
• Able to use a computer for basic reporting and documentation.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally.
• Able to accurately use basic math.

Education & experience:

• High school degree or GED equivalence.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.