Forklift Operator

Job Description

Fork Lift Driver / Operator

AZZ Galvanizing South Carolina (formerly Steel Creek Galvanizing)

*** Second Chance Employer ***

General Description

This position is responsible for operating a gas or electric powered forklift truck to move, stack, load, or unload materials, parts, finished goods, etc.

Education, Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

A certified Forklift Operator is preferred.

Experience

At least one is required.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of raw materials, production process, quality control and costs, knowledge of hand tools and equipment as described above. Knowledge of specific and general safety policies and procedures as relates to the plant and the position.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for transporting goods from one location to another in a safe and controlled manner.
• Moves material to and from storage and production areas, loads docks & delivery vehicles by forklift, hand and other equipment.
• Receives written or oral instructions for work assignments, determines applicable material and equipment needs.
• Attaches identifying tags to material and/or marks them with pertinent information.
• Carries out general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and picking up discarded material.
• Confers with leads and/or supervisors to report material conditions that could result in production or customer problems.
• Assists in proper loading and unloading of customer material.
• Visually inspects all equipment (i.e. forklifts, cranes, etc.) for any safety or mechanical problems before operation.
• May assist with training new Forklift Operator employees.

Physical Demands

Majority of the time is spent standing, walking, stooping, reaching, and bending. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. Must have good eye hand coordination.

Schedule

Full Time

Travel

None

Schedule

Monday - Friday 7 AM - 4 PM, occasional Saturday shift

Apply on line or in person at 576 Tribal Road, Blacksburg, SC 29702

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person