Job Title (Position): Forklift Operator

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Classification: Hourly (non-exempt)

Expectations of ALL Employees

All employees will follow PESCO’s policies and procedures. They will also support PESCO’s mission, values, and vision by exhibiting the following behavior:

• Commitment to Excellence
• Integrity
• Mutual Respect and Trust

Job/Position Summary

The forklift driver is responsible for operating the forklift in a safe and timely manner, loading, and unloading of delivery trucks, stocking yard material, and need with a focus on strict adherence to customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Forklift operations
• Move material/units in and out of the shop for the various stages of production.
• Load and unload customer vehicles
• Load and unload vendor vehicles
• Unload delivery trucks in a timely manner
• Responsible for conducting regular inspection of the forklift to ensure its safety and ability of performing the operations. Inspections must be performed 2x a day, beginning of shift and end of shift. Files must be maintained, and foreman will be inspecting the validity of the files.
• Coordinating work with the warehouse staff and efficiently carrying out the orders of the supervisor.
• Place units and subassemblies in proper place when complete.
• Remove and deliver “finished” tags to the front desk when loading completed equipment.
• Yard material that requires stamping to be stamped and put away.
• Help load Ready to Ship (RTS) units for shipping.
• Maintaining and working in accord with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration norms.
• Ensure yard counts are correct using RF+, ensure material is transferred using RF+, ensure material is being issued to Job using RF+.
• Ensure yard material is labeled/painted and in its proper location.
• Professional communication with customers and department leaders.
• 5S yard including plates, pipe, beams, various materials, trash, and weeds.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs, pushing/lifting of material.
• Frequent sitting, long periods of standing, with frequent stooping and bending.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from waist to shoulder.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. overhead.
• Ability to carry, push, and/or pull up to 70 lbs.
• Frequent bending: 20 times or more per day.
• Maneuver up and down ladders with ease.

Qualifications (knowledge, skills, and ability requirements)

• One-year forklift experience.
• Valid NM driver’s license; history may be checked.
• Must have exceptional attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Able to follow verbal/written instructions and able to do so in a timely manner.
• Should have good oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical Thinking – job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet set targets and deadlines.
• Relay instructions in an appropriate manner.
• Must be able to read and write in English.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• Ability to work shifts dependent upon production needs.
• Have a high school diploma or a GED.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k).
• Holiday pay.
• PTO/paid sick leave.
• Safety boot and safety glass allowances.

Pay:      $17/hour, depending on experience.

Standard Working Hours and Conditions

Hours                 6:30am to 4:00pm or 4:30pm to 2:00 am

Days                  Monday – Friday (Some weekends – varies per production needs)

Environment: Exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, odors, dirt and dust. Inside/outside working in temperature extremes or adverse weather conditions and temperatures.