Forklift Operator

QPS Employment Group; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group has a great Material Handler position available in Pleasant Prairie, WI. This is a 1st shift role with the opportunity for hire. The wage is $19.00 per hour and shifts are 1st and 2nd.

You will identify, transport, and stage materials across machines, docks, and production areas, while following safety procedures. Proficiency with SAP, RF scanning, and forklift operation is preferred for efficient, accurate material handling.

Qualifications

• Basic math, reading, and language skills are required.
• Proficiency with RF scanning and SAP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from machines, loading docks, production floor, trucks, and storage areas.
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.
• Assesses machine loading capacity and loading schedule to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of materials.
• Uses protective materials and strapping to secure loads, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers.
• Follows all company safety procedures, including food safety when applicable.
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to the supervisor.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Language skills

Tools

SAP

RF Scan gun

Reach trucks

Job description

Position Title: Material Handler

Wage: $19.00 per hour

Shift: 1st, 2nd

Hours: 7:00am-3:45pm; 3:45pm-1:30am

QPS Employment Group has a great Material Handler position available at a company in Pleasant Prairie, WI. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Material Handler Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, production floor, trucks, and storage areas.
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.
• Applies to the understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.
• Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.
• Follows all company people safety and food safety procedures.
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to the supervisor.

Material Handler Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate reach trucks, and other logistics equipment as required.
• Ability to drive the following types or PIT types: High Lift, Standup, Sit-downs, Walkies, Walkie Rider, and Hand Pallet Jacks.
• Must be able to maneuver lifts in tight spaces.
• Proficient at RF Scan gun.
• Basic proficiency in SAP.
• Basic math, language, and reading skills.
• Standing and/or walking throughout the shift
• Perform physical skills: hold, feel, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear and listen.
• Lifting /Carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Use of both hands when required, some repetitive motion required.
• Work in both extremely hot and cold temperatures as well as wet conditions.
• Maintain single task focus.
• Have constant situational awareness Forklift Operator.

About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?

• Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
• Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

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