Summary: • The main function of a forklift/heavy machine operator is to operate industrial trucks or machinery in a warehouse, storage yard, factory, construction site, or similar location. • A typical forklift/heavy machine operator is responsible for the operation of heavy machinery to safely move product load around the facility.
Job Responsibilities: • Inspect product load for accuracy and safely move it around the warehouse or facility to ensure timely and complete delivery. • Move controls to drive vehicles and transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas. • Move levers and controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts and hoists, to load, unload, transport and stack material. • Manually or mechanically load and unload materials from pallets, skids and boxes and secure materials or products for transport to designated areas.
Skills: • Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, team player and problem solving skills. • Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift operator's license required.
Physical Requirements: • Must be able to communicate (read, write, speak) English in order to follow instructions and safety guidelines. • Constant use of arms, hands, wrists, fingers, legs, ankles, feet. • Constant bending, squatting, sitting, standing. • 5+ years of experience.
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