Line Driver / Forklift Driver

Job Summary

 

Operate forklifts to take product off the production line and put away in designated locations in the warehouse. Trouble shoot and operate packaging equipment in the production operation. Employee will be used to fill in on other jobs in plant as required. 

 

Pay Rate:  $23.00 to $24.00 per hour

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate propane sit down lift trucks after completing safety check list.
• Knowledge and use of SAPI system
• Knowledge and ability to perform TPM checklists on equipment
• Make labels for each production run and verify correct information is on label.
• Operate and trouble shoot label applicator
• Verify piece counts on each pallet and compare it to label.
• Inspect packaging for quality defects.
• Take product off the production line and put away in designated locations in the Warehouse.
• Keep production line clear and running.
• Keep rows straight and leave at least a 2-4 inch distance between pallets.
• Operate glue gun.
• Material handling of all products.
• Empty dumpsters from production floor when needed.
• Housekeeping of plant inside and out.
• Segregate defective product and notify supervisor.
• Maintain 5S in appropriate areas.
• Assist in training new team members.
• Fill in other areas of the plant as required 

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Knowledge and certification of forklift operations. 
• Knowledge of entire warehouse layout, product codes, batch numbers.  
• Complete understanding of entire production schedule.   
• Knowledge and certified in LOTO program
• Ability to identify possible quality defects. 
• Knowledge of labels, piece count etc.
• Knowledge of safety aspects of all equipment operated as well as the plant’s general safety policies. 
• Understanding the impact of sending incorrect/defective products. 
• Ability to operate mobile equipment safely

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. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Equipment Used:

• Forklift, computer, printer, copier, lift table, glue gun, label applicator, Lantech.
• Office equipment (computer, phone, kiosk)
• Computer systems (RFGen)

Working Conditions:

• Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but are not limited to exposure to the following.
  • Temperatures exposed to both Ambient/outside temperatures.
  • Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points
  • Noise of industrial machinery