Overview

Hayward Pool Products, a division of Hayward Industries, Inc. is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward designs, manufactures and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions.

For over 90 years, Hayward has been enhancing pool ownership by manufacturing cutting edge, advanced pool and spa equipment. Hayward listens to our customers’ needs and makes sure they are implemented during the design and manufacturing process.

Hayward believes our most valuable resource is our people.

Come on in... The water is Hayward.

• • • • • • • • • • • • Great Medical, Dental, Vision plans
                      • Company Paid Life Insurance & Short Term Disability
                      • 401K Match, plus 3% Profit Sharing
                      • Paid Holidays
                      • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
                      • Gym Reimbursement
                      • Tuition Reimbursement
                      • And many more employee benefits…
                      • Pay Range $19-23/hour - offer based on experience
                      • 4 day/10-hour work schedule

Hayward is currently seeking Forklift Operators / Material Handlers for our 1st shift.

We invite motivated professionals to share our vision of new growth and product innovation.

For consideration please apply on-line at http://careers-haywardnet.icims.com/

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator / Material Handler will support the shipment of goods produced and the received material and supplies to be used in or to aid in the production/storage of finished goods. Organizes production material to ensure production/assembly effectiveness. Must be competent in the safe operation of a fork-lift, tugger and reach truck. 1st shift is Monday-Thursday 5:00 am - 3:30 pm with overtime scheduled as needed. Essential Duties and Functions:

• Kit and deliver production parts to assigned production locations with correct quantity and remove any excess or unused parts back to home location.
• Unload and receive all inbound truck shipments.
• Check material received by part number, quantity, packing slip, damage or the condition received.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Must report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor immediately.
• Perform all duties per company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Deliver material to the production lines as required by Team Leader or Warehouses Supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor or Materials Manager.
• Operate fork-lift, tugger, stand-up safely and complete daily inspection sheet.
• Frequent use of radio.

Qualifications

• 2 - 4 years Material Handler/Fork-Lift experience in a lean manufacturing warehouse. 
• AS400 and MRP experience a plus.
• Current forklift certification or ability to be certified within 15 days.
• Strong attention to detail; perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word by using radio.
• Ability to work and handle multiple tasks in a fast paced work environment in a pleasant manner.
• Physical demands require standing, walking and sitting frequently, lifting up to 15 lb. frequently, lifting up to 30 lb. occasionally.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required at all times while production is running. PPE includes earplugs or ear muffs, safety glasses, gloves as needed and steel-toe safety shoes.Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).