Forklift Operator (Sidney OH Warehouse)

Pratt Industries; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Plans

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays & Vacation in the first

Safety Shoes & Prescription Safety Gl​

HSA contribution

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement & Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Sidney, OH, is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate and maintain forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will ensure proper handling, storage, and timely delivery of materials, while upholding safety standards.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and preferred experience in corrugated manufacturing. You will work typical shifts with potential schedule adjustments to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret factory instructions and safety guidelines.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain the forklift, ensuring safety guidelines are followed.
• Complete daily forklift inspections before shift and report maintenance needs.
• Prepare stock for delivery and ensure proper labeling.
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records.

Skills

Reading instructions

Tape measure

Safety guidelines

Forklift basics

Basic math

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator (Sidney OH Warehouse)

Why Work At Pratt?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Short Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Paid Child Bearing & Parental Leave
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation in the first year!
• Safety Shoes & Prescription Safety Glasses reimbursements
• Up to $1200 company HSA contribution per year
• $500.0/Year Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement & Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program

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.

Hours: M-Th 10am-6pm Friday 12pm-8pm, hours are subject to change to 2pm-10pm Monday-Friday

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.