Forklift Operator

Job Purpose:
Keeps production supplied by retrieving materials and supplies; operating a forklift.

Duties:
* Plans supply and material requirements by studying production schedule; scheduling deliveries to production area.

* Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallet on truck; moves pallet to production location.

* Maintains inventory in production area by anticipating and tracking usage.

* Monitors inventory by reporting discrepancies.

* Clears production area by securing and moving finished pallets; moving empty pallets.

* Documents actions by logging movement of supplies, materials, and finished goods.

* Maintains safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic; following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

* Keeps forklift operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

* Accomplishes warehousing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills/Qualifications:
Safety Management, Documentation Skills, Equipment Maintenance, Inventory Control, Dependability, Initiative, Handles Pressure, Coordination, Organization, Productivity, Data Entry Skills

MUST BE FORKLIFT CERTIFIED.