Forklift Operator - Materials 1st Shift

Multimatic Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Multimatic Inc. in Indiana seeks a forklift operator to join its manufacturing team. The role requires operating forklifts safely, loading and unloading in confined spaces, and maintaining organized workflows.

Candidates should have GED or high school diploma and up to 2 years forklift experience, preferably with shipping/receiving exposure. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Fast-paced environment requiring clear communication and teamwork.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in a warehouse.
• Must be able to safely operate forklift and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Must obtain a Multimatic forklift license and complete crane training and operate each safely and effectively.
• Possess high forklift skill level and safe operation.
• Drive, load and unload materials in confined spaces.
• Safely stack and unstack containers and racks.
• Follow standardized routes and use time efficiently.
• Adhere to all safety requirements and protocols.
• Report any accidents, near misses or damage immediately.
• Report inventory discrepancies and damaged racking/containers promptly.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years forklift experience

Shipping and receiving experience preferred

Tools

Forklift license

Crane training

Job description

SUMMARY

This is a fast paced environment requiring excellent communication skills, teamwork and the ability to organize and prioritize.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must obtain a Multimatic forklift license and complete crane training and operate each safely and effectively
• Possess high forklift skill level
• Must be able to drive, load and unload materials, components and equipment in confined spaces
• Must be able to safely stack and unstack containers/racks
• Able to effectively and efficiently utilize time and follow standardized routes as instructed
• Must adhere to all Safety requirements and protocols
• Report immediately any accidents, near misses, collisions, etc.
• Report immediately any inventory discrepancies, damaged racking & containers
• Performs any other duties as directed by the supervisor or designee

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 – 2 years’ experience operating forklift equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Prior shipping and receiving experience is preferred.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English. Ability to write effective correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations. Effectively represent the company professionally to customers, clients, suppliers, truck drivers and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers and multiply and divide. Ability to use the aforementioned skills using units of US dollars, weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to use micrometers and dial calipers.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written instructions. Ability to deal with problems in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to feel or handle objects, tools or controls; reach and lift with hands and arms; talk, see and hear. The employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is required to rotate their torso and view behind them to operate required equipment.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee must work all scheduled overtime and emergencies, and have the flexibility to work various shift hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving parts. The employee may be exposed to electromagnetic fields, risk of electric shock and vibration. The employee may occasionally work in high precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Employee may be subject to temperature extremes for extended periods of time.

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We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment‑related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.