Forklift Operator 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

Short Term/Long Term Disability

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation

$500.0/Year Gym Membership Reimbursement

100% Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Wapakoneta, Ohio is seeking a Forklift Operator responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of forklifts. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in the corrugated industry. Core responsibilities include operating forklifts safely, conducting inspections, and ensuring stock is prepared for delivery. The position offers various benefits like medical plans, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement. Join Pratt to advance in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in the corrugated industry is preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator License is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain the forklift.
• Complete daily forklift inspections and submit maintenance work orders.
• Ensure stock is prepared for delivery.
• Organize stock in designated storage areas.
• Accurately complete paperwork and maintain stock locations.

Skills

Ability to read factory instructions

Mathematical competence

Common sense reasoning

Knowledge of forklift operations

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Title

Forklift Operator

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, ensuring the proper handling, storage, and delivery of materials. The Forklift Operator plays a critical role in maintaining safety standards, productivity, and ensuring timely deliveries within the production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain the forklift, ensuring compliance with all safety guidelines and operational procedures.
• Complete daily forklift inspections before shift start and when operating new equipment, submitting maintenance work orders for necessary repairs.
• Prior to the start of each shift, ensure that stock is located and prepared for delivery to machines, optimizing workflow and efficiency.
• Remove finished goods from machines, ensuring they are stored properly and accurately labeled.
• Organize and maintain stock in designated storage areas, adhering to safety and operational best practices.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, including inventory tracking, production data, and safety records.
• Maintain up-to-date stock locations in both physical storage areas and computer systems, ensuring seamless operations.
• Maximize equipment utilization by ensuring machinery operates at full capacity and speed in accordance with the daily production schedule.
• Proactively assist fellow forklift operators and provide support as needed, including serving as a backup for the Shipping Lead.
• Complete regular reports, including but not limited to production data, machine status, safety compliance, and quality assurance data.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and safety standards, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Education And Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Previous experience in the corrugated industry and/or as a forklift operator.

Skills & Qualifications

• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret factory instructions and safety guidelines.
• Mathematical Skills: Competence in reading a tape measure and performing basic calculations (e.g., percentages, measurement, volume, rate).
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and solve basic operational problems.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of forklift design, capabilities, and operational efficiency. Familiarity with product layouts, production specifications, and quality standards.

Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations

• A valid and current Forklift Operator License is required.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Occasionally required to sit and lift/move up to 50 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision requirements: close, distance, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet/humid conditions, and high places.
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• The work environment is typically loud due to machinery and production processes.

Performance Expectations

• Operating Standards: Meet or exceed standards in quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity. These standards will be set annually and communicated to employees.
• Personal Growth: Work with management to set annual goals for professional development.
• Employee Relations: Evaluated based on teamwork, communication, and respectful behavior towards colleagues.
• Innovation: Actively participate in suggesting new ideas that improve business operations.

Perks Of Pratt

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Child Bearing/Parental Leave
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
• Uniforms/Safety Shoes/Prescription Safety Glasses
• Healthy Lifestyles Program/ Virgin Pulse Fitness Tracker
• $500.0/Year Gym Membership Reimbursement 100% Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
• Income Protection Plans
• Legal & Travel Assistance Plans
• EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
• Wireless/Auto/Computer Discount Plans