Forklift Operator

Role

Forklift Operator

Location

Charlotte North Carolina 28216

Duration

Long term Contract

Shift

2nd (Monday - Thursday, 4pm - 2:15 am)

Pay Range

$18 - $20.50 per hour on W2
Job Description

Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (distribution/warehouse forklift roles tend to operate at a slower pace. Over time, we've found candidates from these environments to have difficulty transitioning to our environment.
Reliable and consistently punctual
Forklift Operator: Production
The forklift production is responsible for providing products using a forklift or manual pallet jack to and from the lines.
Main Responsibilities:

Bringing and receiving the correct material to and from the line.
Keep lines stocked with product per production schedule.
Performs safety inspection checks on forklift.
Verifies orders and components.
Responsible for wrapping skids.
Operates forklift, power pallet jack or manual carts or pallet jacks to unload, move or store materials.
Follows work instructions and pays attention to details.
Follows safety and PPE procedures and reports violations to supervisor, leads, and/or to safety.
Achieves/performs daily targets and output of production.
Meets quality standards for the line.
Follows work practices that are in the guidelines of OSHA standards.
Follows all Environmental Health and Safety rules and ISO requirements.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with 5s requirements, rules, and regulations.
Must be able to work required overtime as needed.
Work with leadership and quality members to solve issues.
Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications:

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Experience

Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
Able to read and write in English preferred but not required.
Basic math skills with ability to perform basic math calculations, such as, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Plus, knowledge of fractions and decimals.
Previous manufacturing warehouse forklift experience preferred.
Strong communication skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Able to coordinate shipping products.
Strong time management skills.
Able to read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule format.
Ability to work in a team environment; good interpersonal skills.
Ability to adapt quickly and effectively to change.
Good hand/eye coordination.