What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Unilock?
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Unilock has been North America's premier manufacturer of concrete paving stones and retaining walls for over 50 years. Our Aurora, IL location is growing. Unilock facilities are safe, modern, and fully automated production facilities.
We are currently hiring for a Forklift Operator.
This position is eligible for a SIGN-ON BONUS OF $1,500
What you’ll do
SAFETY:
- Operate their equipment in a safe and non-abusive manner.
QUALITY CONTROL:
- Inspects all packages of product to be loaded onto a truck or being pulled off the plant line(s) and reports to the Yard Supervisor or the Shift Supervisor all packaging deficiencies, missing bundle tags, and any other quality problems.
OPERATIONS :
- Performs the daily maintenance checklist for the forklift(s)
- Load trucks promptly and properly according to shipping documents
- Pulls finished product from the plant production lines and stores the material in the yard according to company procedures
- Store material to ensure proper stock rotation
- Picks up and/or cleans up and restraps any broken bundles in the yard
- Participates in monthly inventory counts
REPORTING:
- Daily equipment checklist
- Any safety or mechanical issues with the equipment
- Shipping documents used to load trucks
HOUSEKEEPING :
- The general cleanliness and tidiness of the yard and work areas
OTHER DUTIES
- Additional duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Senior Supervisor, or Plant Manager
EXPERIENCE - Previous forklift experience
What we offer you
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) start beginning of the month following start date, at very reasonable rates
- 401k Matching (after a year), Life Insurance, HSA, FSA
- Reimbursements for Wellness and Gym Membership
- Charitable contribution matching
- On-the-job training and growth opportunities.
- Paid holiday, floating holiday, vacation, and sick time
- Company-wide closure/paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s holidays
