What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift - Material Puller position at Owens Corning?
Forklift Operator (Shipping/Receiving/Specials)
Overview
To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.
Responsibilities
Overview
To adequately and efficiently transport product, raw materials, etc. from location to location within the manufacturing facility. Ensure all product is transported in a safe manner.
Responsibilities
- Reads/interprets shipping schedules, stages doors, sorts by length, width, customer, core type to create correct stacks for shipping
- Stages for shipping once wrapped
- Conduct pre-shift inspection of the forklift to ensure safety and operational compliance
- Fuel forklifts as required
- Provide safe operation of forklift throughout the facility. Abide by all safety rules and regulations required with forklift operation
- Pull all production wrap lines as required
- Consolidate all orders for shipping
- Receive items into the facility/Ships all items correct to the customer
- Pay attention to detail when pulling items from Wearhouse based on work order
- Must be able to work extended hours and overtime as needed both daily and on weekends if business need requires
- Replace pallets/runners as necessary to maintain a safe working environment
- Must understand all shipping documents in order to understand the space required for product
- Directs work of warehouse attendants and operators to efficiently expedite the loading and unloading of materials
- Will also perform other related duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed in the job description
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment
- Other duties as assigned.
- Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
- Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
- Required to mount and dismount forklift multiple times per day
- Forklift knowledge and safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to organize and maintain detailed records
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and have ability to multi-task
- Desirable (but not required): Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and Outlook, with fast and accurate data entry skills
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
- Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order to avoid having any disruptions in production and customer service
- Follow all operational and safety SOP’s as written.
- High School Diploma or equivalent. (This requirement can be waived depending on the candidate’s experience)
- Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
- 2-3 Years in the field or related area
- Must read and write English
- Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities