Forklift Operator

Are you looking for a long term stable opportunity in a warehouse environment where you can grow and advance your career? If so then this is the position for you.

We're currently looking for 3-4 hard working Forklift Operators in our Defiance facility to join our 2nd shift crew. Below you'll see a description of the position, shift schedule as well as compensation range.

Job description:

Are you tired of applying to job postings every day? We are looking for 1st and 2nd shift Forklift Operators in the Defiance, OH area. If you are looking for a great opportunity with great pay, benefits, and a long-lasting career apply today for an immediate interview

Second Shift Operator:

• 2nd shift: Monday - Friday
• Pay: $19-$20/hr
• 8hr: 4pm-12pm

Forklift Operator Responsibilities:

• Read production schedule, customer orders, work orders, picklists, shipping orders or requisition to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, or product code.
• Maintains proper FEFO (First Expiration in First Out) staging at all times to ensure all items are staged in the order in which they expire (Oldest to Newest).
• Processes and distributes requisitions, work orders, requests for materials, or other stock items to other departments.
• Labels materials with barcodes containing identifying information (item, description, lot, use-by-date and pallet tag number) on inbound receipts.
• Records amounts of materials or items received and/or distributed on count sheets and picklists.
• Weighs or counts items for distribution within plant to ensure conformance to company standards.
• Performs weekly cycle counts of assigned area.
• Completes daily forklift checklist at the beginning of each shift.
• Reports any damage to forklifts, equipment, or product to supervisor immediately.
• Submits requests to supervisor for any needed maintenance or repairs on forklifts.
• Ensures that all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are followed.
• Follows all company policies & procedures as well as the GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Forklift Operator Job Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a 7-year criminal background check
• Minimum of 2 years of previous stand-up forklift experience is required for this position.
• Ability to work overtime, irregular hours, or rotating shifts.
• Excellent organizational skills as well multi-tasking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment.
• Must understand numbers and apply basic statistics.

This is the opportunity you've been looking for! So act fast and apply today with a resume attached and we look forward to speaking with you soon!