Forklift Operator

Forklift Operators needed in the Vance area Hourly Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 Shift: Will start on 1st and eventually move to 2nd.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the operation of a forklift or other heavy equipment to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise around the facility.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to drive a forklift
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to sit for long periods
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Ability to read and write English and/or be able to follow instructions
• Ability to work in a dusty environment, hot/cold/rainy weather
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime, including weekends and holidays

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a safety check of the forklift to ensure it is safe to operate.
• Checks fluid levels- For oil, water and fuel before operating the lift
• Ensures the packaging lines have empty pallets available and informs the supervisor of the pallet inventory
• Removes palletized bags from the production lines and places them on the stretch-wrapper Operates the stretch-wrapper and changes the stretch film as required
• Places palletized bags in inventory and ensuring they are located in the proper rows storing them neatly without damaging other

Requirements:

• MUST have at least 2 years experience operating a forklift
• Double forklift is a plus
• Background/drug screen required

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Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $16.00 - $17.00