Material Handler- (Forklift Experience a MUST)- Night Shift- $17.50 plus night shift differenti[...]

TekniPlex; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Tekniplex is seeking a forklift operator to move raw materials, WIP and finished goods under general direction. You will operate a powered lift, stage orders, follow FIFO, and maintain warehouse organization while completing required paperwork.

The role requires OSHA forklift certification, 1–3 years of forklift experience, ability to lift up to 80 lbs, and a willingness to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (e.g., 6:45 PM–7:00 AM).

Qualifications

• OSHA-approved Powered Industrial Vehicle certification.
• 1–3 years’ experience operating a forklift.
• 1–3 years’ RF Scanner experience preferred but not required.
• 2–5 years’ warehouse experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and operates powered lift on daily basis.
• Assembles & Stages customer orders by pulling/picking the proper product from inventory.
• Follows FIFO on all shipping, WIP, & FG processes
• Assists with the transferring of Finished Goods and/or Raw Material to and from outside warehousing.
• Assists with the training of department personnel.
• Competently and neatly completes all required paperwork including but not limited to sales orders, bills of lading, loading checklist, 24 Hour shipping log, trailer inspections, put away forms, etc.
• Services the production and extrusion department in a timely manner to ensure efficiency.
• Maintains A-O warehouse and works with the production and extrusion departments to resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintains organization of all Finished Goods, Raw Materials and Work in Process material.
• Follows and participates in plant safety/housekeeping activities to ensure a safe work environment.
• Support additional tasks defined by supervisor.
• 12 hours shifts on rotating schedule- ex. 6:45pm-7:00am (2 days on 2 days off; 3 days on and 3 days off)

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading and interpreting documents

Tools

RF Scanner

Job description

Summary

Working with general direction, his position is responsible for the movements of raw materials, supplies, work in process and finished goods. Must be proficient and OSHA qualified to operate a forklift. Must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of departmental paperwork including but not limited to, sales orders, bills of lading, production schedules, etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Inspects and operates powered lift on daily basis.
• Assembles & Stages customer orders by pulling/picking the proper product from inventory.
• Follows FIFO on all shipping, WIP, & FG processes
• Assists with the transferring of Finished Goods and/or Raw Material to and from outside warehousing.
• Assists with the training of department personnel.
• Competently and neatly completes all required paperwork including but not limited to sales orders, bills of lading, loading checklist, 24 Hour shipping log, trailer inspections, put away forms, etc.
• Services the production and extrusion department in a timely manner to ensure efficiency.
• Maintains A-O warehouse and works with the production and extrusion departments to resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintains organization of all Finished Goods, Raw Materials and Work in Process material.
• Follows and participates in plant safety/housekeeping activities to ensure a safe work environment.
• Support additional tasks define by supervisor.
• 12 hours shifts on rotating schedule- ex. 6:45pm-7:00am (2 days on 2 days off; 3 days on and 3 days off)

Qualifications

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 will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATIONS

OSHA approved Powered Industrial Vehicle certification

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 years’ experience operating a Forklift
• 1-3 years’ experience operating a RF Scanner preferred but not required
• 2-5 years’ warehouse experience preferred but not required

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to print simple sentences and legibly complete reports. Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions. Read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and Warehouse terminology. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors and groups of managers.

Mathmatical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical 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 this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 lbs. Specific vison, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic, flammable or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Company

Tekniplex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.