Forklift Operator

We have a thriving industrial packaging company in the Hardeeville area that's looking for a career minded individual.

Job Summary:

Material Handlers, under supervision of the Production Supervisor, is primarily responsible for driving a sit - down forklift to deliver raw materials to production, occasionally take finished goods to the warehouse, and/or load trucks for shipment of orders.  This position is also responsible for a variety of other tasks involved with keeping production running smoothly and the overall cleanliness and organization of the plant.

Job Requirements:

• Prior forklift experience. Certified preferred but not required.

• Ability to operate a forklift to move pallets, products and waste about the plant in a safe manner

• Ability to read various measurement equipment including a tape measure, ability to operate various hand tools including a pneumatic nail gun and circular saw

• Ability to read and interpret work orders

• Must be self - motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision

• Excellent attendance required

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 50 pounds

• Visually inspecting products, aisle ways and forklift

• Communicating with employees and management

• Sitting on lift for approximately 75% of the work day, remainder of time spent stooping, bending, lifting and moving about plant

Primary Accountabilities:

• Operate gas or electric forklift for majority of shift, moving pallets, products about plant

• Remove strapping/and or stretch film on pallets as needed

• Deliver correct raw materials to production lines per work orders

• Clean waste from lines on a consistent basis, weigh waste and place in baler area

• Assist at baler area as needed

• Assist on production lines or in warehouse as needed

• Communicate with Supervisors, Leads and other Material Handlers via handheld radio and in person regarding production and warehouse needs

• Perform other duties assigned by management as required

Required Experience/Qualifications/Education:

Must have at least 2 Years' experience operating a forklift, with Reach and/or Clamp Truck experience. 

At least 1 years’ experience in a fast - paced manufacturing environment. Ability to pull inventory with provided schedules. HS Diploma or GED Required.