Forklift Operator 2nd Shift 6P - 6A

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth and development

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions in Memphis, TN is seeking a dedicated individual to perform essential material handling and forklift operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment. Responsibilities include reading work orders, loading trailers, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and a valid lift truck license. The role requires strong attention to detail and the capability to adhere to safety regulations while working as part of a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Lift truck license required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Reads work orders to ascertain materials to be moved.
• Operates a lift truck safely.
• Loads trailers for shipment per requirements.
• Ensures safety procedures are followed.
• Participates in identifying non-conforming products.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Attention to safety procedures

Basic math skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lift truck license

Job description

• Reads work orders or follows instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Can demonstrate the safe operation of a lift truck and possess a valid tow motor license.
• Moves materials from storage or work site to designated area.
• Follows good housekeeping, and raw materials/supplies are placed properly on pallets. Straps removed as needed.
• Stacks finished product neatly in the warehouse with no damage and ensure good housekeeping practices as directed by the warehouse lead shippers.
• Empties trash cans and dumpsters daily in respective departments.
• Ensures that all forklift PM and battery change logs are filled out daily and that the equipment is in proper working
  condition.
• Inspect the inside of truck trailers to ensure no damage or contamination prior to loading
• Pull product, and load trailers for shipment per shipping requirement.
• Completes Shipping /Receiving Documentation where required
• Participates in the segregation and identification of non-conforming product.
• Works with line personnel to ensure smooth flow of finished product.
• Relieves personnel for breaks as required.
• Covers opposite-shift vacations.
• Keeps informed of the latest OSHA and related safety procedures for the proper
  operation of the forklift.
• Follows all known safety procedures for the safe handling of batteries during changes
  and charging.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures and observes the operations to insure a safe environment.
• Upholds Site and Corporate Environmental Policies by following all Environmental Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to meet the expectation of our customers.
• Understands and follows Hazard Materials Regulations 49 CFR Part 172.704 (a)(1) General awareness/familiarization training, (a)(3) Safety training, and (a)(4) Security awareness training.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or
  equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lift truck license required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and convey instructions or information.
• Ability to add and subtract numbers and to multiply and divide fractions.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and size.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee
  frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 35 pounds.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• To be capable of productivity in a diverse range of environments
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts
• To be able to work in a team setting

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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