What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Vestil Manufacturing Corporation?
Fork Lift Driver
Vestil Manufacturing, a fourth-generation family-owned business and a prominent figure in material handling equipment production, is currently looking for a meticulous Fork Lift Driver to join our team. As a Fork Lift Driver at Vestil, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient flow of goods within our warehouse operations.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Receives, distributes, and stores products as directed in designated, secure locations.
- Prepares and maintains records of materials received and shipped including dates of transactions, locations, and other pertinent information.
- Reviews shipments for quality and accuracy; reviews accompanying documents for accuracy.
- Confirms shipping details or special instructions; expedites shipments that affect the manufacturing process schedule.
- Transports and loads materials, supplies, and finished goods (manually and/or using hand trucks and skids).
- Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping; maintains a safe and clean work environment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Skills/Knowledge
- Equipment Operation: Ability to operate forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
- Team Player: Organizational skills and ability to work well in a team.
- Physical Ability: Ability to lift or move heavy products regularly (up to 50 lbs), bend, twist, and squat repetitively throughout the workday.
- Basic Skills: Basic computer and math skills.
- Language Proficiency: Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English.
- Sensory Ability: See and hear within reasonably acceptable limits, including distance and peripheral vision.
- Time Management: Use time management skills and prioritization to accomplish daily tasks.
- Self-Motivation: Ability to work unsupervised for much of the day.
- Assembly Skills: Use hand tools and power tools (e.g., bander, ratchets, rivet gun, hammer, tape measure) for some assembly tasks.
- Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older.
Benefits
- Health/Vision Insurance at 90 Days of service
- Company Sponsored Dental Plan
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Referral Bonus Program
- Vacation Time/Personal Time at 90 Days of service
- 401k at 1 Year of service - 15% Match of Employee Contributions
Schedule
- 8 Hour Shift
- Monday to Friday
- Volunteer Overtime Available
- Work/Life Balance
Vestil Manufacturing Corporation does not discriminate in employment based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital status, medical history, parental status or genetic information.
At Vestil Manufacturing, we value teamwork and dedication. If you are detail-oriented, possess excellent organizational skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Shipping Clerk.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Angola, IN 46703 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
