Forklift Operator

Thermal Solutions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.48 per hour

Hours: 6:00AM-2:30PM (Over time as needed)

We are looking for a Motorized Material Handler to join our team!

Summary:

Under general supervision, operates both sit-down and stand- up lift trucks to provide parts, and materials for assembly line operation. Place parts and finished boilers, etc. at proper storage areas. Keep assembly pick zones neat and orderly by discarding used shipping materials in proper receptacles. Loads and unloads incoming freight and outgoing boilers, castings, etc. Able to make decisions as to proper method of loading trailer to utilize space, protect load and get the most quantity aboard.

In addition, but not limited to the above requirements, this individual will be required, at times, to possess, troubleshoot, repair, or maintain the following:

• Operates forklift and various loading equipment.
• Load and unload trucks as needed.
• Store finished boilers in storage areas as required.
• Familiar with all component parts of each series of boilers.
• Follows shipping orders supplied or verbal instructions to insure proper loading and utilization of trailer space.
• Maintain parts stocked for assembly line. Responsible for supplying the work stations with necessary parts and upon completion of work performed, will remove assembly from area and prepare to reload the area/or work station with new material/assembly.
• Perform inventory cycle counts.
• Follow OSHA required PIT regulations.
• Performs related work as directed commensurate with this or lesser rated labor grades.

The job description written above is not all-inclusive, but is illustrative of the duties and responsibilities involving the required minimum skills and aptitude.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret document such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractures and decimals. Ability to compute rates.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Basic knowledge; ability to operate scanners

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Forklift license

Other Skills and Abilities: Basic Blueprint reading; use and understanding of measuring devices; use of mobile device

Safety Requirements: Protective Footwear Ansi Z41 Class 75, hearing protection, safety glasses with side shields, neoprene/insulated gloves for filling LP cylinders and cloth or leather work gloves.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.