What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator - DIST (USA) position at Ravago Americas?
PURPOSE OF ROLE:
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other powered industrial equipment. Use handheld scanners for picking, receiving, put-a-way, and load functions as required. Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Unload and load product correctly using the appropriate handling and safety techniques.
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Segregate, label, check and stage inbound or outbound product correctly.
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Sign/Date and completely fill out all required paperwork for each load.
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Enter any required data point in handheld device(s)
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Good housekeeping and organizational skills and follow safety policies.
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Must be able to follow work instructions and safety policies.
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May be asked to assist in physical/cycle counts.
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Execute assignments in an accurate, timely, and safe manner
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Identify damages, and report overages/shortages or quality deficiencies
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Perform any additional tasks given by Supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATONS / SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
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Minimum of 2 years forklift and warehouse experience.
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Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Able to follow instructions given for daily tasks.
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Considerate and respectful to coworkers.
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Good math, language, and reading skills
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Basic computer skills may be required
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma/GED
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Regularly sitting on a powered industrial truck.
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Frequently lift up to 55 lbs. and adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot and stand for long periods of time.
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Climb on and off equipment repeatedly
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Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season
LOCATION: Ravago Americas, Baytown, TX