Shipping Receiving / Forklift Operator

Shipping / Receiving Forklift Operator

1st Shift / Starting at $20 per Hour / La Vergne, TN

JOB SUMMARY

The primary role for the Shipping / Receiving - Forklift Operator is moving material around the plant or work site with a forklift in order for production to run smoothly.

In addition, this role may weigh, and load/unload material from machines and trucks, staging material in a timely and accurate manner.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS



* Coordinates and expedites flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records: Reviews production schedules and related information and confers with department supervisors to determine material requirements to identify overdue materials and to track material.


* Requisitions material and establishes sequential delivery dates to departments, according to job order priorities and material availability.


* Arranges in-plant transfer of materials to meet production schedules.

Examines material delivered to production departments to verify conformance to specifications.


* Compiles and maintains manual or computerized records, such as material inventory, in-process production reports, and status and location of materials.


* Ability to load and unloads materials from trucks


* Attaches identifying tag or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.


* 5S-Cleans work area, machines, and equipment to assist machine operators.


* Learn to safely operate all the necessary equipment in work area.


* Provides on the job training to new employees and resolves problems utilizing knowledge of shipping/receiving/stock operations.


* Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.


* Ensures proper documentation and package marking with appropriate placards when moving hazardous materials.


* Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS



* Minimum of 3 years' experience as a forklift operator


* Proficient in shipping / receiving dock work administration.


* Previously licensed as a forklift driver


* Skilled in operating large vehicles in tight and congested areas


* High school diploma or G.E.D.

preferred


* Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and oral

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


* Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time


* Occasional squatting, kneeling, bending and stooping


* Lifting, carrying, pulling and pushing up to 30 lbs.

Company Overview

An industry leader in providing practical solutions to foam molding and fabrication, EFP has a diversified product offering and serves the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical, automotive, recreational vehicle, appliance, plumbing, consumer goods, and building and construction...