Forklift Operator

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation is seeking a Forklift Operator to move products and materials safely across the facility, optimizing space and productivity. The role requires adherence to safety policies, proper PPE, and timely attendance.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, transferring materials, inspecting forklifts, and maintaining clean work areas. Basic math and communication in English/Spanish are required, with potential forklift certification if not already held.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must be able to read and write in English and/or Spanish.
• Ability to receive and carry out instructions given by management.
• Ability to model desired behavior and conduct for all employees.
• Must be safe minded and alert during times of operation.
• Demonstrated traits of honesty and integrity and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematic functions.
• Must possess the ability to obtain forklift certification and have thorough knowledge of operating policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Company Safety Policies and Procedures
• Wears assigned PPE in order to safely perform all job tasks
• Wears steel-toed boot for the duration of work shift
• Loading and unloading trucks with finished goods
• Transfers material throughout facility and store new product in designated area
• Safely secures and loads flatbed and flatbed trucks as needed (where applicable)
• Follow forklift safety procedures when replacing propane tanks on forklifts
• Wraps finished product for shipping (where applicable)
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

Skills

Forklift certification

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

English & Spanish literacy

Instructions follow-through

Safety minded

Honesty & integrity

Basic math

Education

Training or certification in relevant skills or trade

1–2 years experience in a relevant field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Forklift Operator Position will utilize the forklift to facilitate movement of product and materials in an organized and safe manner throughout the facility to maximize space and productivity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with Company Safety Policies and Procedures


• Wears assigned PPE in order to safely perform all job tasks


• Wears steel-toed boot for the duration of work shift


• Maintains a professional and positive attitude


• Reports any and all injuries to respective supervisor (s)


• Performs general housekeeping duties to help maintain a clean and safe work area


• Attends company sponsored training when necessary


• Reports to work daily and on time unless otherwise excused


• Abides by all of Boral safety and/or quality policies and procedures


• Performs daily inspection on assigned forklift and notify appropriate personnel of all safety and maintenance issues prior to driving forklift


• Transfers material throughout facility and store new product in designated area


• Safely secures and loads flatbed and flatbed trucks as needed (where applicable)


• Follows company safety procedures pertaining to forklift safety


• Follows all forklift safety procedures when replacing empty propane tanks on forklifts


• Wraps finished product for shipping (where applicable)


• Loading and unloading trucks with finished goods


• Maintain and control loading zone security


• Retrieves pallets


• Performs other duties as assigned or needed


• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Attention to detail and accuracy


• Must be able to read and write in English and/or Spanish


• Ability to receive and carry out instructions given by management


• Ability to model desired behavior and conduct for all employees


• Must be safe minded and alert during times of operation


• Demonstrated traits of honesty and integrity and ability to maintain confidential information


• Must be able to perform simple mathematic functions


• Must possess the ability to obtain forklift certification and have thorough knowledge of operating policies and procedures

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

• Training or certification in relevant skills or trade


• 1 - 2 years' experience in a relevant field

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Prolong standing or in stationary position


• Complete repetitive movements


• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)


• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds


• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities


• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.