Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Are you tired of applying to job postings every day? We are looking for 1st and 2nd shift Forklift Operators in the Defiance and Napoleon OH area. If you are looking for a great opportunity with great pay, benefits, and a long-lasting career apply today for an immediate interview

First shift Forklift Operator:

• 1st Shift: Wednesday-Saturday
• 1st Shift: Sunday-Wednesday
• 1st Shift : Monday-Friday (7:00am-3:00pm)
• Pay: $18-19/hr
• 10hr: 6am-4pm

Second Shift Operator:

• 2nd shift: Monday - Friday
• Pay: $19/hr
• 8hr: 4pm-12pm

Forklift Operator Responsibilities:

• Read production schedule, customer orders, work orders, picklists, shipping orders or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, or product code.
• Maintains proper FEFO (First Expiration in First Out) staging at all times to ensure all items are staged in the order in which they expire (Oldest to Newest).
• Processes and distributes requisitions, work orders, requests for materials, or other stock items to other departments.
• Labels materials with barcodes containing identifying information (item, description, lot, use-by-date and pallet tag number) on inbound receipts.
• Records amounts of materials or items received and/or distributed on count sheets and picklists.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Performs weekly cycle counts of assigned area.
• Completes daily forklift checklist at the beginning of each shift.
• Reports any damage to forklifts, equipment, or product to supervisor immediately.
• Submits requests to supervisor for any needed maintenance or repairs on forklifts.
• Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) are followed.
• Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Forklift Operator Job Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a 7-year criminal background check
• Minimum of 2 years of previous stand-up forklift experience is required for this position.
• Ability to work overtime, irregular hours, or rotating shifts.
• Excellent organizational skills as well multi-tasking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment.
• Must understand numbers and apply basic statistics.

Apply now!