Forklift Operator

Conmet; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ConMet in Monroe, NC is seeking a Forklift/Material Handler to transport materials and support production schedules. You will operate forklifts in environments that include foundry, machine shop, and assembly areas, while following safety standards and FIFO inventory methods.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and 6–12 months of related experience or training. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and strict adherence to safety, quality, and operational guidelines.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• Six to twelve months related experience or training preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift and lift safely.
• Ability to differentiate similar part numbers and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials to maintain production schedules.
• Perform forklift daily checklist.
• Work in a team to maintain safety, quality, and production guidelines.
• Coordinate materials for operations, shipping, and receiving.
• Maintain inventory control through FIFO.
• Participate in shift meetings and audits.
• Change propane fuel tanks on forklift.
• Follow safety requirements and company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Spatial organization

Pallet consolidation

Basic math

Part number ID

Initiative

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Accountability

Integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Transports materials as required to maintain production schedules using safe Forklift driving practices. This position is deployed in a variety of industrial settings with rough driving surfaces, including a foundry, machine shop, and assembly area.
• Adhere to Zero tolerance policy for Safety and Quality.
• Complete daily forklift checklist prior to beginning material handling job duties.
• Work well in team environment to ensure safety, quality, and production guidelines are followed
• Operate Forklift in accordance to ConMet safety requirements
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Coordinate and transport materials for operations, shipping, and receiving.
• Maintain inventory control through FIFO
• Perform 5s duties as outlined for material handlers
• Participate in shift meetings and audits.
• Changes propane fuel tanks on forklift when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Six to twelve months related experience or training preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge
  • Ability to manipulate fork truck and lift
• Skills
  • Spatial organization and ability to consolidate pallets and containers safely and efficiently.
  • Basic math skills and ability to differentiate between similar part numbers on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate Initiative to Learn
• Demonstrate Initiative as Self-Starter
• Self-motivated
• Works well in team setting
• Demonstrate accountability for actions
• Willing to not compromise - Integrity

Working Relations:

• Assembly operational team
• Maintenance team
• Quality team
• HR team
• EHS manager
• Engineering teams

Environmental & Physical Demands

• Occupational noise exposure during performance of required duties. Adequate hearing protection is provided and required at all times.
• Exposure to outside environmental conditions on a frequent basis.
• Occupational exposure to fumes, dust, and casting debris is regularly encountered. Personal Protective Equipment including safety glasses and steel-toed, industrial footwear is required at all times.
• Duties occasionally require reaching and lifting of objects up to 50 lbs.
• Propane tanks and associated equipment present a freeze burn hazard. Properly insulated gloves are provided and required during tank change-out.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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