Material Handler - Forklift Operator

• Responsibility for coordinating with planning the scheduling of all yarn shipments; and to provide corresponding documentation for shipments.
• Maintain accurate pallet inventory.
• Receive and verify any returned yarn and complete returned yarn report to be given to plant manager on the day received.
• Assist in repacking and labeling of products.
• Generate weekly and monthly computer reports as required.
• Keep plant manager informed of any special shipments, problems, etc. that might hinder the efficient shipment of yarn.
• Work in a safe manner that will not cause personal injury or injury to someone else. Wear earplugs at all times while in the plant.
• Verify pallet label information against handwritten information, for any discrepancies
• Perform tare weight verifications
• Constantly update packing computer with product codes and keep plant manager and supervisor posted on any changes.
• Maintain inventory of pallets, tubes and other packing supplies necessary for efficient packing operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse. Sweep area each day at first of shift.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Store tubes and packing supplies from spinning in the warehouse.
• Transport laydowns to the opening room when needed.
• Blow lift off once a day and check for leaks.
• Report all forklift accidents immediately.
• Keep an accurate inventory of all cotton, and waste.
• Enter and maintain and cotton consumption reports for the plant.
• Verify paperwork for trailers for accurate inventory shipments.
• Unload cotton trailers as they arrive according to operating procedure and safety guidelines and warehouse space is available.
• Receive all supplies ordered and unloaded from the trailer.
• Make sure trailers have been chocked before unloading
• Assist opening operators bale bagging when needed.
• Enter all appropriate data into AS400.
• Reconcile actual warehouse inventory of Cotton, Waste, and yarn, with the AS 400 once per quarter.
• Notify appropriate person when a trailer load of bagging has been baled.
• Report all accidents and unsafe condition to your management
• Perform all duties asked of you by your supervisor.

SUCCESS FACTORS/JOB COMPETENCIES:

Previous forklift experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES

Forklift certified. High School Diploma or GED

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to learn and perform all scheduled job procedures independently; to keep the assigned job functioning at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Must be physically equipped to maintain an upright, walking position for a twelve (12) hour shifts. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must keep work area and machines clean. Wear required personal protective equipment at all times and adhered to all safety rules and procedures.