Summary

The Forklift operator is responsible for shifting material around the metal warehouse and preparing it for shipping. Duties include assisting customers, transferring material to the proper location, preparing it for shipment and loading the outbound shipment. This career requires experience of providing a high level of customer service and excellent attention to safety.

 Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Load and unload scrap metal materials, bales, bins, boxes, crates, etc. onto and from customer trailers, truck beds, bins, and other cargo as needed
• Transfer all necessary materials from one place to another; pick up falling material during transfer
• Manually move material from one place to another; manually fill and dump material bins.
• Identify, sort, label, move and transfer metal materials
• Pack or wrap material by hand; load, wrap, and prepare pallets for shipment
• Use signals, when necessary, to assist machine operators who are moving larger pieces of material
• Ensure a clean and orderly workplace; clean and prepare sites by removing debris and possible hazards
• Adhere to, evaluate and maintain proper service logs and maintenance requirements
• Follow production plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers
• Adhere to operating and health and safety protocols
• Other duties as assigned

 

Required Skills / Abilities

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work overhead, climb ladders, kneel, and stand for long periods
• Ability to work in all elements such as rain, cold, and heat
• Ability to handle stressful situations, manages time, and multitasks
• Ability to communicate effectively in both spoken and written form

 

 

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED-equivalent
• Minimum 5+ years of consecutive sit-down forklift work experience
• OSHA/Safety certification preferred, but not required

 

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