Forklift

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE

Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale.  We’re an international company, with solid roots in North Platte and we’ve got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.   

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive compensation, and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k , liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

 

Work Location & Shifts:       1120 Industrial Ave, North Platte, NE

                                                2nd Shift 5:00pm-3:30am Monday -Thursday                   

 

Pay:   The hourly pay rate range for this position is 24.64 + shift differential and benefits.  Base pay will vary within the range depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.   This information is specific to North Platte and may not be applicable to other locations. 

What your day in this role might involve at OC-North Platte:

Overview

 

To safely and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.

 

• Transfer doors from paint line to wrapper/staging area.
• Stage and stack painted doors in a safe, easily accessible manner.
• Verify tickets match the doors prior to placing them in the wrapper/staging area.
• Conduct pre-operational forklift inspection.
• Clean and maintain the forklift.

• Will also perform other related duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the job description
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

 

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What makes a successful OC North Platte team member:

 

Must haves include…

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
• Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities
• Must read and write English
• Ability to multi-task
• Work independently, as well as part of a team, and have shift flexibility

 

Would be terrific if you also had…

 

• Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
• 2-3 Years in the field or related area
• Forklift knowledge and safety procedures 
• 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 ability to multi-task

 

 

There are some essential physical requirements specific to our work environment, including being able to:

 

• Stand for 10 - 12 hours straight
• Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
• Climb and descend forklift as needed
• Lift 50 pounds as needed
• Do repetitive movements (hand, arm, leg; bending and twisting at the waist; bending at the knee; squatting; lift, push and pull 60 pounds)
• Withstand exposure to temperature extremes; sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable

 

Our people and products make the world a better place.  Help us accomplish great things in North Platte!

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors