Material Handle -Forklift

Fortune Brands; New London (NC); On-site; USD 41,620 - 48,048; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Job summary

Fortune Brands is seeking a forklift operator to move, locate, stack and count merchandise in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will ensure safe operation of forklift and RF/barcode equipment, support production lines, and handle loading and unloading trucks.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory with scanning procedures, keeping areas neat, and recording all product transactions. Eligible candidates have 1–3 years forklift experience and are able to work overtime, holidays,

Qualifications

• 1–3 years forklift experience.
• 1–3 years experience in loading and unloading trucks.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/shipping environment.
• Ability to operate computers and RF/barcode equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move, locate, stack and count merchandise.
• Support production lines by supplying materials and recording transactions.
• Load and unload trucks and maintain accurate inventory with scanning procedures.
• Keep warehouse areas neat and clean and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Forklift experience

Loading & unloading trucks

Manufacturing/shipping experience

RF barcode equipment

Communication skills

Team oriented

Scanning guns

Overtime availability

Tools

RF barcode equipment

Scanning guns

Job description

This job is responsible for operating a forklift for the purpose of moving, locating, stacking, and counting merchandise to support production shift assigned to. The individual is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and radio frequency and bar code equipment and may be also required to perform order filler and checker duties along with loading and unloading trucks. This job serves the production lines with all materials and supplies needed to maintain production output and removes material and supplies from the production area as required. They will be strictly accountable and responsible for recording all product transactions and product movements.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Maintains supplies of materials to production floor and routers.
• Removes finished products from the lines and routers.
• Removes goods from the shrink wrap area to the yard.
• Hangs bags of raw materials for the extruders.
• Clears out trash boxes and waste, scrap, and cut boards.
• Weighs up scrap and maintains proper paperwork for end of shifts.
• Keeps warehouse and storage areas neat and clean, including outside dumpster pad.
• Maintains proper inventory by using correct scanning procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• 1-3 years forklift experience
• 1-3 years experience in loading and unloading trucks
• Experience in a fast pace manufacturing/shipping environment
• Ability to operate computers and radio frequency bar code equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have good communication skills
• Must be team oriented and also be able to work independently
• Knowledge in the use of scanning guns
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as scheduled
• Must be flexible on working hours during heavy business days

Compensation and Benefits

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $41,620 USD - $48,048 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.