ASSA ABLOY/Pemko Production Forklift Operator-Memphis TN

POSITION SUMMARY AND SCOPE:  This position will be responsible for assisting in the shipping department maintaining functions required to insure accurate inventories, receipts, and shipments to internal and external customers.
 
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain a constant flow of raw products onto assigned production lines.
Work closely with Production Leads to ensure smooth movement of acceptable raw product.
Assist in unloading, transport, and put away of inbound raw product.
Inspect powered jacks/trucks for operating conditions and safety.
Unload material and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment
Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies
Transport raw materials to production workstations
Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
Accurate, timely, and efficient workflow for all assignments.
Communicate with supervisor, leads, production, and as needed.
Adherence to all Company Policies
Always follow and comply with company’s safety program.
Ensure Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.
Maintain a safe work area
Must be able to work outside when needed in any weather conditions.
Capable of working in a cold (34-38 degrees F) and wet environment
Ability to lift 75 pounds consistently
Forklift certified
 
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Ability to change priorities rapidly and work independently and/or with teams
Product knowledge and understanding material requirements planning
Strong communication and organizational skills
Lifting/moving product and supplies up to 50 pounds
General math skills
Understanding of basic 5S
Works well without direct supervision, task-oriented
Process-oriented

Hourly rate starting at $20.00

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