Job Details

Forklift - Material Puller

Location(s): Mesquite, TX, US, 75181 Function: Manufacturing Audience: Hourly Work Arrangement: On Site

Forklift Operator (Material Puller) Overview To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location withinthe manufacturing facility. Reads order, gathers ordered materials/doors manually or with forklift, sorts for proper stacking, applies place cards, stages for loading. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational compliance
• Fuel forklifts as required and performs safety checks on the lift. Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules and regulations required with forklift operation
• Places pallets of finished door stacks on wrapper with forklift
• Pull all production wraps lines as required out of designated areas
• Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
• Separate all disposable material into the designated areas
• Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on weekends if business need requires
• Position will require appropriate certification to operate equipment
• Operate forklift to load and/or move materials
• Supply production areas with needed materials from inventory
• Load/unload, lift, move, place, stack raw materials and doors
• Navigates throughout plant, including populated and small areas
• Supports the manufacturing process through inspection and aid to machine operators
• Inspect doors and make minor repairs
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Performs any other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Read/interpret schedules/tickets/shipping documents
• Strong eye/hand coordination and ability to stand for long continuous hours
• Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
• Constant attention to detail and accuracy of material placement
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills. Ability to organize and maintain detailed records
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multi-task
• Ability to lift to 50+ lbs.
• Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order to avoid having any disruptions in production and customer service
• Follow all operational and safety SOP's as written

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred not required
• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
• 1-2 years of forklift experience with previous forklift certification, required

Nearest Major Market: Dallas Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth