What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Air International US Inc.?
JOB DESCRIPTION
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Position Summary:
A Forklift Driver is responsible for moving goods, loaded pallets and equipment safely and securely. In addition to driving forklifts, a Forklift Driver also has a range of other warehouse duties such as packaging shipments or checking inventories.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maneuvering forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
- Safely stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets
- Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
- Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
- Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
- Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
- Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
- Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures
- Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods
Experience, Skills & Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent hands-on skills.
- Good organization skills.
Desired Additional Qualifications/Preferred Skills:
- Bilingual / reading / writing in both English and Spanish.
- Process improvement/problem-solving experience, i.e. CMMI, Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, 8D.
- Familiarity with automotive part nomenclature (HVAC preferred).
Work Environment / Physical Environment:
- Combination of an office and manufacturing environment.
- Ability to stand and sit for long periods.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions, i.e. keyboarding.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- May be exposed to possible shop hazards including high noise level, high-pressure equipment, chemicals, and shop traffic.
EEO Statement
- Air International Thermal Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age.