Forklift Operator: Safe, Team Oriented, Growth & Bonus

USG; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

USG is seeking a forklift operator for our Bridgeport, CT plant. The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading and unloading materials, pulling and staging orders, and maintaining accurate shipping records.

The position requires attention to safety, the ability to troubleshoot basic forklift issues, and flexibility to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. A strong team player who communicates well will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Inspect and troubleshoot forklift to maximize uptime.
• Interpret verbal and written orders for material handling.
• Apply basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in accurately recording shipping data.
• Possess basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication with co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant warehouse setting.
• Use of forklift in the timely loading or unloading of finished product and raw materials to/from trucks/railcars, and from the production line.
• Interpret customer orders so as to pull, stage, load, and check materials in a manner that ensures accurate and timely shipment.
• Recording of shipping data and other results in the manner required.
• Troubleshoot and apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adaptable to scheduling requirements including shiftwork, overtime, weekends, etc. where applicable.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift inspection

Forklift troubleshooting

Order interpretation

Data entry

Shipping data recording

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Attendance

Job description

USG is seeking a forklift operator for our Bridgeport, CT plant. The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading and unloading materials, pulling and staging orders, and maintaining accurate shipping records.

The position requires attention to safety, the ability to troubleshoot basic forklift issues, and flexibility to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. A strong team player who communicates well will thrive in this role.