Job Description

Forklift Operator

Forklift Driver / Stand Up Forklift / Reach Truck Operator /

Forklift Operator Job Duties :

• Fills orders by picking orders according to section number, packing items into cartons and stacking them in a manner that minimizes shipping damage
• Will enter items into scan gun, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Document the shipment of hazardous materials by labeling cartons correctly and completing necessary paperwork.
• Prepares orders for shipment, palletizes and wrapping orders; loads pallets and pieces into trucks; places packing list in last skid

Forklift Operator Qualifications :

• Previous experience using a Reach Truck forklift.
• Previous RF Scanner experience
• Previous pick / packer experience
• Ability to complete routine paperwork.

Background / drug test

$st shift

$nd shift

Long Term

Bridgeview, IL

To Apply Contact : Ruben with Elite Staffing at :

Everify

Please send resumes to

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected

Description

JOB OVERVIEW :

Must be able to communicate and work effectively in a team environment. Must be able to follow instructions (written & verbal), safely and accurately complete assigned duties, and maintain company standards.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, receiving materials and products, and picking, packing, wrapping, labeling, and / or shipping products using forklift and pallet jack.

Maintain receiving / shipping logs and makes sure that incoming and outgoing products and material are in good condition.

Move materials to the production area using the FIFO standard.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

Must be able to operate a forklift in a safe manner.

Loading and unloading trucks.

Receive material.

Moving material.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate and promote a solution based positive attitude in meeting goals and objectives.

Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained with an eye for detail.

Promote and ensure a safe work environment

Deliver quality products and services through adherence to company standards and operating procedures.

Must pass forklift written test and driving skills test.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Requires high school diploma, or equivalent.

Requires six months previous forklift experience in a big box environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Distribution Environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The employee must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects using arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups to a maximum of 50 pounds.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS NOT LISTED ABOVE INCLUDE :

Reading, writing, basic English communication, basic math skills.

MACHINES / TOOLS USED :

Forklifts, electric and manual floor jacks, computer systems, and other department specific tools.

Position Summary : Drives gasoline, liquefied gas, propane or electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform,

or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials by performing the following duties.

Duties and Responsibilities

Abides OSHA and FSC rules and regulations for safety, including seatbelt use.

Wear typical protection gear in an environment that contain dust, odors and noise.

Work well under pressure.

Drive truck and control movement to lift apparatus in close quarters.

Move product utilizing material handling equipment pallet jacks and forklifts.

Assemble and stage product orders.

Load and unload delivery vehicles.

Inventory materials on work floor and supply workers with materials as needed.

Lubricate truck, recharge batteries, fill fuel tank and / or replace liquefied gas tank.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

Required to stand for long periods of time and walk frequently.

Must be able to frequently lift and / or move objects of 50 pounds or more.

Must be able to cover other shifts / overtime as necessary.

Must be able to bend and squat frequently.

Must be able to stand for 8 hours or more daily.

Required Knowledge and / or Experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

Minimum of 5 years of experience and / or training; Or combination of education and experience.

Ability to read English.

Ability to read blueprints, picklist and orders.

Ability to work and communicate effectively with others.

You should be proficient in :

• Meets Physical Requirements
• Shop Math Skills
• High School / GED
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Forklift Licensed

ID : 8SR6Ct

How You'll Perform the Role

• Responsible for the receipt of all finished products
• Safely operate all material handling equipment including forklifts and / or pallet movers
• Support the materials handling process for production related materials
• Maintain an orderly and organized warehouse
• Develop, revise, and review documentation for all materials related activities
• Weighs pallets and scrap when applicable
• Shrink wrap finished products and setup floor warehouse pickup
• Examines finished pallets before pickup and distributes materials

What We Need From You

• Knowledge of shipping, receiving and warehouse environment
• Computer literate
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of Forklift experience
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of clamp truck experience
• Knowledge of math and structured problem-solving tools and applications
• Excellent safety, attendance and performance record
• Prefer roll clamp experience
• Ability to quickly and accurately input data into various computer software applications
• High School Diploma or GED Required

What You'll Get From Us

BenefitsWith safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.

Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community EngagementAt Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important.

Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs.

We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and DevelopmentWe offer constant opportunities for advancement.

From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University.

Why Choose Us?

At Novolex, we take pride in supporting our families across the globe. Our team is rich in diversity and our entrepreneurial culture encourages continuous personal growth and teamwork.

Our careers include manufacturing, engineering, procurement, supply chain, finance, HR, product development, sales, marketing and an ever-expanding array of others to support our continuing rapid growth.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars : our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business.

These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

How You'll Perform the Role

• Responsible for the receipt of all finished products
• Safely operate all material handling equipment including forklifts and / or pallet movers
• Support the materials handling process for production related materials
• Maintain an orderly and organized warehouse
• Develop, revise, and review documentation for all materials related activities
• Weighs pallets and scrap when applicable
• Shrink wrap finished products and setup floor warehouse pickup
• Examines finished pallets before pickup and distributes materials

What We Need From You

• Knowledge of shipping, receiving and warehouse environment
• Computer literate
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of Forklift experience
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of clamp truck experience
• Knowledge of math and structured problem-solving tools and applications
• Excellent safety, attendance and performance record
• Prefer roll clamp experience
• Ability to quickly and accurately input data into various computer software applications
• High School Diploma or GED Required

What You'll Get From Us

BenefitsWith safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.

Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community EngagementAt Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important.

Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs.

We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and DevelopmentWe offer constant opportunities for advancement.

From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University.