Forklift Operator - Aerospace

Accurus Aerospace Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 63,370,000; Full time

Job summary

Accurus Aerospace Corporation is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to optimize loads, unload and move materials within a manufacturing environment. The role requires attention to detail, strong hand-eye coordination, and the ability to follow safety and production schedules. ITAR compliance is required for U.S.

Persons, and Accurus will provide forklift certification where needed. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, prior forklift experience, and good verbal and written

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous forklift experience is required.
• Valid forklift certification will be provided by Accurus.
• Strong hand-eye coordination is essential.
• Good mathematical aptitude is preferred.
• Strong organization and communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading materials in a manufacturing setting.
• Transporting material scrap to designated locations.
• Transporting materials to different locations within the facility.
• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
• Securing loads to the machine before transportation.
• Inspecting for damages to vehicles.
• Scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs.
• Performing general clean-up to keep the work area tidy.
• Operating and managing technical equipment.
• Identifying workplace safety hazards.
• Adhering to safety management standards and production schedules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good hand-eye coordination

Mathematical aptitude

Good organizational skills

Good written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for technically skilled candidates with excellent attention to detail for the position of forklift operator. Forklift operators are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, among other duties

Role

This role is identified as requiring ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance; therefore, qualified candidates must meet the definition of a U.S. Person (per EAR Part 772 and ITAR 120.15):

• An individual who is granted U.S. citizenship, or


• An individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence (i.e., a "Green Card" holder), or


• An individual who is granted status as a "protected person"

Forklift Operator Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading materials in a manufacturing setting


• Transporting material scrap to designated location(s)


• Transporting materials to different locations within the facility


• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency


• Securing loads to the machine before transportation


• Inspecting for damages to vehicles


• Scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs


• Perform general clean-up tasks to keep work area clean and free of excess debris


• Operating and managing technical equipment


• Identifying workplace safety hazards


• Adhering to safety management standards


• Adhering to production schedules

Forklift Operator Requirements

• High school diploma or GED


• Previous forklift experience required


• Valid forklift certification (Accurus Provided)


• Excellent hand-eye coordination


• Mathematical aptitude


• Good organizational skills


• Attention to detail


• Good written and verbal communication

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a combination of locations including office and the manufacturing shop environment where working conditions vary significantly; use of mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and may include eye and hand protection, safety footwear, and hearing protection. Respiratory protection may be required.

The Employee Will Be Exposed To

• Excessive noise (regularly)


• Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (regularly)


• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)


• Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, complex machining centers and other equipment used in a machine shop environment (occasionally)