What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator & Material Handler position at Watsontown?
Watsontown Brick is seeking a motivated person to fill a Forklift Operator position within one of our plants. This position requires basic forklift driving skills, and the ability to adapt to various job tasks. Responsibilities include but are not limited to;
- Operate Forklift up to 14,000 Lbs. with basic driving skills
- Transporting and stacking material
- Ability to drive dump truck to haul waste material to dumping areas
- Ability to work alone unsupervised
- Ensure quality control of the product
- Completing general daily production goals and work overtime when needed
- Assist in moving product around to meet production needs
- Performing general inspections on the forklift to keep it running effectively and safely
- Ability to read/write/understand English
- Ability to figure out where to pick the product in the yard to ship product
- Ability to document shipped materials and ensure they are correct for inventory control
- Physical activities include bending, twisting, kneeling, and lifting and lowering objects up to 60 lbs.
- Determine and report malfunctions to appropriate parties
- Clean machine properly after production runs or changeovers
- Ability to maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Prior production/manufacturing Forklift operation experience a plus
- Knowledge of industrial technology a plus
Pay: Up to $40,144/year
Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Vision insurance, Monthly Production Bonus
Salary : $40,144