Material Handler & Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Norsk Hydro; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plan

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Sidney, Ohio is seeking a dedicated forklift operator for the Shipping and Receiving department on 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM). The role requires keeping production areas stocked, organizing materials, and ensuring accurate labeling and safe loading of customer product.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift 40–50 lbs, experience operating LP gas or electric sit-down forklifts, and successful completion of forklift safety training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to work Daily/Weekend overtime as required.
• Prior experience operating LP Gas or Electric sit-down forklifts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Successful completion of an internal forklift training/safety course is required.
• Must pass a drug/alcohol screen and physical exam.
• Ability to lift 40-50 lbs frequently during an 8-10 hour shift.
• Ability to mount and dismount forklift frequently during scheduled shift.
• Must successfully complete a 90 day orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Keep all production areas stocked with materials and components, skids, and other essential materials. Use of the daily production schedule ensures timely availability of material and components.
• Organize materials and components in an efficient manner. Stage and sequence material in racks and zones according to where-used principle and ensure FIFO for all materials and components.
• Ensure proper material identification for all material sitting in Plant. Material and components cannot be moved unless identified with a Move Ticket.
• Load designated trucks according to shipping instructions. Ensure accuracy in loading of Customer product, safe handling of Customer product, and ensure that all skids/racks of Customer product has necessary labels, banding, and shrink wrap.
• Unload designated trucks upon arrival. Production needs are priority. Alert team members if a significant delay occurs. Seek assistance in unloading trucks if necessary.
• Complete the forklift preventive maintenance checklist at the start of each shift. Report any/all mechanical problems or safety concerns to the Supervisor.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety training

Material handling

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Norsk Hydro in Sidney, Ohio is seeking a dedicated forklift operator for the Shipping and Receiving department on 1st shift (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM). The role requires keeping production areas stocked, organizing materials, and ensuring accurate labeling and safe loading of customer product.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift 40–50 lbs, experience operating LP gas or electric sit-down forklifts, and successful completion of forklift safety training.