What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Dock position at Tech Packaging Inc?
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Benefit Group: FT Employee
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
PRIMARY PURPOSE
As a Forklift Operator/Dock Worker, you will be required to load and unload multi-product pallets in and out of our local delivery trucks. You will also use a forklift to transport merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Transport merchandise from receiving dock or reserve slots to proper location in the warehouse
- Load and unload designated trailers and/or route trucks.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures.
- Move product and/or materials manually as required.
- Sweep floor slots
- Change battery in forklift, when applicable
- Keep work area clean
- Clean spills and re-work damage
- Use case cutter to cut tops off cases
- Slot material in designated storage areas
- Pull material to deliver to production lines
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bi-lingual preferred. Basic command of English is a must!
- Experience in a fast-paced Production (and Manufacturing) industry preferred
- Follow standard operating/work methods and practice safe work habits
- Flexible and able to work weekends or over-time, as needed
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures
- Punctuality with a demonstrated attendance record
- Experience working in team-oriented environment
- Must have dependable and reliable transportation
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to frequently lift 20 to 50lbs and occasionally up to 90lbs.
- Ability to stand/walk for up to a 10-hour shift, over time based on business needs.
- Must be able to constantly twist, bend, carry, balance, push, pull, reach overhead, and stoop.
- Must be able to follow standard operating/work methods and practice safe work habits
- Must be able to work in a variety of temperatures
- All plant positions are required to stand, practice frequent motion of extremities and withstand exposure to heat and cold for extended periods of time.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing.
Full-time employees will see we offer a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, paid on the job training for new hires, and benefits.
We believe in promoting our people. It’s important to us to develop plans that will help you achieve optimal success. Tech Packaging has opportunity for you to grow and advance with us.
Tech Packaging is and Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran Friendly and DFWP. All qualified applicants will receive consideration employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
