Forklift Operator

Trojan Battery Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Trojan Battery Company in Lithonia, GA is looking for a Forklift Operator to ensure the timely supply of materials for production and manage the loading and unloading of goods. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and a Forklift Driver Certificate, alongside six months of relevant experience. This role emphasizes safety and requires basic math skills. Enjoy a dynamic environment that values enthusiasm and effective performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or greater.
• Forklift Driver Certificate required.
• Minimum six months’ experience in production or warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machine operator have required materials.
• Comply with all safety requirements.
• Load and unload products onto and off trucks.
• Maintain good housekeeping and hygiene practices.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math proficiency

Communication in English

Attention to safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment

Job description

Forklift Operator page is loaded## Forklift Operatorlocations: Lithonia, GA, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R9494It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***Position Overview** Forklift Operator requires an individual with a positive attitude and ability to work independently with minimum direction. Forklift Operator will be working to make sure that machine operators have the materials they need to produce our world class batteries as well and moving finishing product onto and off trucks in the shipping area. **Areas of Focus** Ensure machine operator have required materials always. Meet suppliers to receive and verify materials meet order quantity. **Responsibilities** • Comply with all safety requirements and proper use of (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment • Understand and practice Trojan Battery Quality Policies • Ensure machine operator have required materials always • Meet suppliers to receive and verify materials meet order quantity • Remove scrap and barrels of hazardous recyclable waste to reclamation area and prepare paperwork • Ensure that re-orders are timely, notify supervisor of shortages • Move DUF batteries from racks to formation • Label hazardous waste and move into satellite area • Ensure labeling and weight restrictions are met • Understand and follow work Instructions • Follow and maintain good housekeeping and hygiene practices • Responsible individual with strong work ethic • Load and unloading of batteries, materials and supplies onto and off trucks, in and out of shipping areas, within warehouse, assembly and production areas • Available for various shifts, and overtime **Basic Qualifications** • High School Diploma, GED, or greater • Read, write, and speak basic English • Basic math proficiency (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) • Forklift Driver Certificate • Understand specifications and labels associated with hazardous material • Minimum six months’ experience in production, construction, warehouse, or similar work environment **Preferred Qualifications** • Some experience in an assembly/ production environment • Bilingual in Spanish*if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!*