FORKLIFT OPERATOR - 1st Shift

SteelSummit Holdings, Inc; Trinity (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining industry is seeking a Forklift Operator for 1st shift operations. The role involves transporting materials safely and efficiently, adhering to strict safety protocols while ensuring cleanliness in the workspace. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and the physical capability to meet job demands. Join a team that values punctuality and teamwork in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed for hi-lo operation.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on feet.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily Forklift Safety Inspection Reports.
• Loads and unloads trucks efficiently.
• Organizes skidded material storage.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

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The Hi-Lo / Forklift Operator is tasked with efficiently transporting materials using a forklift. This involves supporting packaging operations, as well as proficiently loading and unloading trucks. Additionally, responsibilities may extend to organizing the staging area for slitters.

Essential Functions

• Conducts daily Forklift Safety Inspection Reports.
• Provides support to packaging lines.
• Efficiently loads and unloads trucks.
• Handles unloading of lumber and skids.
• Receives and stores supplies.
• Ensures cleanliness by removing scrap from the floor.
• Organizes skidded material storage.
• Utilizes scanning technology for accurate placement of materials.
• Adheres to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Maintains strict compliance with safety protocols outlined in the Plant Employee handbook.
• Meets attendance standards as per the Attendance Policy.
• Additional tasks as required.
  
  

Experience And Education

High school education or GED required. Team member must have the ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced production environment. Must be able to also meet the physical requirements of the job including the ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet on a concrete floor for the entire shift. Team member must also be able to effectively communicate with others and work well in a team environment.

Physical And Mental Requirements

Employees are standing/walking 20%; sitting 80%; lifting up to 50 lbs. as needed; reading charts, tags and written procedures; may be required to climb ladder to reach riding cage on some cranes; measuring material as required; printing or writing legibly to complete all required paperwork.

Equipment, Aids, Tools

Must be licensed for hi-lo operation. May be required to use calipers, tape measure, micrometer, hand tools, plasma cutter; and operate an overhead crane. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

Working Conditions

This work site is in the plant. The plant is on one level, accessible directly from the parking lot. There are stairs in the rail pit and up to the slitter platforms. There are short ladders on the banding lines to climb from the floor to the conveyor. There are seasonal variations in temperatures from 60 to 95+ degrees; some exposure to diesel fumes as trucks move through the plant; noise level varies depending on a number of machines in operation. Potential hazards include strains, cuts, and crush injuries.

Supervision And Co-workers/Attendance Requirements

Supervision and/or co-worker assistance are readily available. Attendance is closely monitored, as unscheduled absences may jeopardize meeting customer requirements due to insufficient staffing.

Consequences If Essential Functions Not Performed

Failure to follow established safety rules and procedures may result in loss of position or termination of employment.

Failure to meet the requirements of the Attendance Policy will result in termination of employment.

Failure to observe safety procedures in material handling may result in serious injury up to fatality and/or damage and loss of material or property.

Failure to move material promptly may result in production delays or customer delivery delays, which may in turn result in the loss of business.

Failure to complete appropriate paperwork may result in inventory shortage through loss of material or improper billing of the customer.

Improper storage of material may result in damage/loss of material.

Management retains the right to change this job description or add to the duties at any time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Mining

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