Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

prattinternalcareersite; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

STD

FSA

Identity theft protection

401(k) match

Wellness reimbursement

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Pratt is seeking a Forklift Operator for full-time 1st shift (Mon-Fri) with overtime and occasional weekends. The role requires operating and caring for a forklift, with growth opportunities and an hourly pay structure.

Responsibilities include moving stock, inspecting equipment, maintaining organized storage, and timely reporting. Perks include a full benefits package, paid vacation, holidays, and a 401(k) match after probation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating a sit-down forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move stock and remove finished goods from machines.
• Complete and document forklift inspection at start of shift and report needed repairs.
• Maintain neat, safe stock stacks and accurate location in the storage area.
• Complete reporting accurately and timely.
• Follow the daily production schedule and suggest improvements to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
• Comply with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Lift Truck License

Job description

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Full-time,1st Shift Monday thru Friday with overtime required when necessary, including some weekends.

This is an hourly position with growth potential! You will be responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the forklift.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment
• Previous experience operating a sit-down forklift

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work at a fast-pace delivering stock and removing finished goods from machines.
• Complete and document a forklift inspection form at the start of each shift, notify supervisor if repairs are needed.
• Maintain neat, orderly, and safe stacks of stock in storage areas.
• Complete all necessary reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate location of stock in storage by utilizing computer-based inventory system.
• Adhere to daily production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintain good housekeeping.
• Additional duties assigned as necessary.

Perks of Pratt!

Competitive compensation plans, full benefits package, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

• Benefit eligible within one month of hire. Including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, FSA, Pre-Paid Legal & Identity Theft.
• 401(k) with a company match after 90-days
• Wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• No waiting period on 9 paid holidays annually
• PAID vacation days after 6 months

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:

• Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
• Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
• Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.
• Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

We are the 5th largest paper and packing company in the US with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.