Forklift Operator

A Forklift Operator is responsible for operating industrial forklifts, is equipped to move materials around warehouse, storage yard, or similar location and on/off machine tools while following all safety guidelines and regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Transport raw steel products of various shapes and sizes using gas powered 6,000 lb industrial forklifts
• Loading/unloading of CNC cutting tables
• Transporting in-process and finished materials throughout the plant
• Loading/unloading items on/off flatbed trucks
• Performing Inventory Control documentation
• Perform routine safety inspections prior to operating forklift
• Abide by all safety standards and policies including use of all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Two-way radio operation for communicating with teammates
• Maintain work area in clean and hazard-free condition
• Assist with other general assignments/tasks as requested by supervisors

• Minimum 3 years experience operating industrial forklifts in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Capable of resizing material with correct measurement for reallocation with the use of a tape measure or other measuring equipment
• Ability to interact with various internal contacts to manage the flow of work
• Read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms and other related process documents
• Willing to work overtime as required
• Be a reliable team member and safety orientated
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wet, humid, dry and/or dusty conditions)

Benefits

We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive wage offering and benefits package includes a safe harbor matching 401k plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), voluntary life benefits, paid company holidays, free parking, snack and beverage machines available, job training programs, and generous Paid Time Off. New hires accrue 10 days of Paid Time Off after their first year of employment.

Signal Metal Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and passing our drug test. We are a strict Drug-free work environment. Pre-employment drug screening is required. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search. Principals only. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Must be eligible to work in this country. We E-Verify