Forklift Operator

The information on this job description indicates only the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this location. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Minor changes in work assignment will not necessitate revision of this document.

Summary:

Monitor the plant floor and supply the production lines with material. Load and unload trucks as needed. Maintain highest level of quality and safety in all operations. Maintain cleanliness and inventory accuracy

Essential Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Comply with safety policies and practices and participate in the plant Safety Program.

• Maintain a safe work environment for self and all team members and equipment through daily 5S, housekeeping activities, vehicle safety checks and report all unsafe acts or conditions.

• Ability to work any shift including 12-hour shifts, weekend shifts, holidays, maintenance days, etc.

• Provide accurate reporting of safety, quality, production, and efficiency.

• Work with team members to make recommendations for process improvements.

• Operate and/or work around highly automated systems including robotic equipment.

• Completion of shipping/receiving/warehousing SAP transactions.

• Load and unload trucks while maintaining EHS 155 requirements

• Maintain continuous flow of material for production lines.

• Complete quality checks as needed including FIFO

• Accurately warehouse products

• Deliver the basic supplies to each department

• Precision placement of products at various heights

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

• Ability to read and interpret written documentation.

• Must be team oriented with high energy and initiative.

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrates attention to detail.

• Proven problem-solving experience.

• Ability to operate a computer.

• Must adhere to and support the Trivium Code of Conduct.

• Ability to operate and/or work around highly automated industrial equipment safely and efficiently.

• Ability to work with all levels of personnel.

• Ability to complete safety, quality and production documentation as needed.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to adapt to changing initiatives.

• Mechanical aptitude to fulfill essential duties, responsibilities, and accountabilities. (maintenance/operations positions only)

• Ability to use small hand tools

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required.

• 2 years of sit-down forklift experience preferred.

Computer Skills:

• Basic computer skills required

• Ability to operate tablets and mobile computers

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Team member must be punctual and reliable.

• Fork truck certified

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to handle and feel. The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The team member may occasionally be required to work in non-permit required confined spaces, unless otherwise trained. There is no continual lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision as well as color recognition. Good hand/eye coordination is necessary.

Occasionally 1-33%, Frequently 34-66%, and Continuously 67-100% of the time.

Average hours per week: 40

Usual Shift worked is: 8 or 12 hours

Time during the workday the team member may be required to:

Stand 5%

Sit 80%

Walk 5%

Lift 5%

Twist 70%

Squat 1%

Crawl 1%

Climb 34%

Bend (90-180 degrees) 4%

Reach above shoulders 20%

Work at heights 1%

Ascend / Descend Stairs 10%

Kneel 1%

This position requires ability to lift:

Up to 15 lbs.

Frequently

16-30 lbs.

Frequently

31-50 lbs.

Occasionally

51-75 lbs.

Seldom

76-100 lbs.

Not required

Over 100 lbs.

Not required

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member may encounter while performing the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is very loud. Team members must wear hearing protection and all other assigned personal protective equipment. Temperature can range from extreme cold (<40 degrees) to extreme heat (>95 degrees). The atmosphere contains fumes, dust, and odors.

Special Hazards:

Mechanical and electrical from machinery.

Exposure to pinch points, cuts, burns, metal dust and slivers.

Daily work near chemicals that are hazardous and flammable.