What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1st Shift - Forklift Operator position at Atkore?
1st Shift Forklift Operator
What you’ll do:
Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Receive, check in and put away stock such as steel conduit, PVC conduit, Steel channel, cable and steel components “Safely, quickly and accurately
- Notify Distribution Lead of any variances in paperwork
- Pull Orders utilizing 8K,10K,12K lbs. High Capacity Sit Down Forklift
- Load 10’ to 20’ bundles safely while maneuvering through warehouse
- Load and configure Flatbeds with multiple stops ensuring weight is distributed evenly
- Load and Unload PVC or Steel conduit Safely in Rainy weather conditions.
- Perform Cycle Count as required
- Operate different types of equipment dependent on job to be executed
- Ensure tasks are performed according to standard operating procedures and regulations
- Warehouse organization
- Identify Safety Hazards in the workplace
- Attend the daily GEMBA meeting with management and other distribution employees
- Assist in meeting performance to meet Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation goals
What you’ll bring:
- 3 years experience driving a high capacity forklift in a distribution center or Pipe/Lumber yard using a forklift with6’ or 7’ forks.
- Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.
- Good attendance and punctuality.
- 1 – 2 years of JDE or WMS experience preferred.
- Detail oriented.
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete all required training
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role
- Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
Who we are:
Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Hourly Rate : $23.68
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
Salary : $24
