Forklift Operator 1
Carlisle

Job Summary

This position is responsible for loading all outbound shipments and unloading all inbound deliveries.

Duties and Responsibilities: Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Operates a propane sit-down forklift.
* Sort shipments for destination and group merchandise to be included with or fulfilled in an order.
* Loading of finished materials for transport and unloading of raw materials.
* Moving of product to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
* Take product off the production line and store in designated location.
* Transport raw materials to production workstations.
* Inspect forklift to determine the need for repairs and to guarantee safety.
* Verify piece counts on each pallet and compare to label.
* Material handling of all products.
* Follow manufacturing work orders.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

* Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
* Highly motivated with good sound work ethics.
* Must demonstrate safe working practices and possess great attention to detail.
* Team player able to follow instructions from management and peers.
* Ability to learn and operate new equipment.
* Ability to use measuring devices (gauges, tapes, rulers).
* Strong problem-solving skills and math skills with the capability to calculate square footage and batch size.

Competencies:

* Teamwork
* Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
* Managing Change
* Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
* Continuous Improvement
* Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
* Customer Focus
* Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer's needs top of mind.
* Continuous Learning
* Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
* Drive for Results
* Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy and has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.
* Strategic Thinking

* Thinks three to five years ahead or beyond; challenges assumptions and conventional wisdom.
* Leading People

* Influences others and empowers team to execute efficiently.
* Developing People

* Invests time in finding, mentoring and coaching talent.

Education and Experience:

* High School diploma or equivalent is required.
* Minimum of one (1) year previous forklift experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Shipping and Receiving.

Equipment Used:

* Forklift, rulers, measuring tape, calipers, calculator, handheld tools, power tools

Working Conditions:

* Fast paced manufacturing environment, loading dock, and driveways. Will be working in all weather conditions.
* Hours Worked: 40 hours per week typically 1st
* Days/Week: Monday - Friday

Travel Requirement

* No travel is required for this position.

Physical Requirements:

NEVER

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

• 1-10 LBS

X

• 11-20 LBS

X

• 21-40 LBS

X

• 41-50 LBS

X

• 51 OR MORE LBS

X

PUSHING OR PULLING:

• 1-40 LBS

X

• 41-50 LBS

X

• 51 OR MORE LBS

X

BENDING OR STOOPING

X

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL

X

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES

X

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS

X

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)

X

WALKING

X

STANDING

X

SITTING

X

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

X

REPETATIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)

X

VISION

X

HEARING

X

DEXTERITY

X

HAND EYE COORDINATION

X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:

* Personal protective equipment is regularly required for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled