Forklift Operator-2nd Shift

Welch Packaging; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clamp Truck Operator to ensure efficient operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves operating clamp truck equipment, maintaining safety standards, and assisting in various tasks to support production. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and offers opportunities for growth in a fast-paced setting. If you are ready to take on a vital role in the production process, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 4 years of prior forklift or similar experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate clamp truck equipment and maintain a clean work area.
• Assist operators and perform pre-shift OSHA checks as required.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organization and attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Mathematical and deductive reasoning

Critical thinking

Active learning

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Clamp truck

Fork truck

Job description

Operate clamp truck equipment to company standards. Receive rollstock and other raw materials by company procedures. Unload and load trucks and rail cars as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Maintain a clean machine and Work Area.
2. Adhere to the wet end run schedule.
3. Have correct paper staged at the corrugator in a timely manner according to Wet End Schedule.
4. If rolls are damaged, assist Operators in peeling and prepping rolls.
5. Work with Control Room Operator and Wet End Operators to ensure butt rolls are kept to a minimum and adhere to Butt Roll Policy.
6. Assist Wet End during double wall when duties allow.
7. Perform pre-shift OSHA required checks and blow down radiator, engine compartment and undercarriage.
8. Clean and reorganize warehouse as needed to ensure a clean and safe work area and the proper rotation of stock.
9. Assist machine operator in peel down and prep of the roll when needed.
10. Ensure butt rolls are properly prepped for return to the roll room.
11. Anytime the run schedule allows, the Clamp Operator should assist the Wet End in providing breaks.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Please separate educational requirements and experience qualifications. If a requirement/qualification is not REQUIRED, please include “preferred but not required”.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:

• 4 years of prior forklift or similar experience required.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS OR ABILITIES

• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Systems analysis.
• Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
• Critical thinking.
• Active learning.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• Frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell.
• Occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds (i.e. turn printed liner stacks in jogger/aerator, lifting pallets).
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.
• Must be able to operate clamp truck and fork truck safely.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock.
• Usually loud work environment.

Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.