What are the responsibilities and job description for the ELEVATOR OPERATOR position at Vanguard Furniture Co Inc?
Position Summary: Loading/unloading the elevator, keeping the hardware boxes organized and put back with furniture when it comes downstairs.
Position Responsibilities:
- Load/unload the elevator with casegoods.
- Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor; including techniques for grounding / bonding where needed
- Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor.
- Maintains neat and orderly work station; keeps equipment clean.
- Wear required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises.
- Performs other duties as required by supervisor.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Must be able to read and write, count, lift and stoop.
- Must be familiar with and have operational knowledge of department tools
- English required for reading tickets and instructions.
Physical demands and work environment:
- Lift / Carry: Frequently lifting 50 – 100 lbs. onto and off work station; occasionally lifting in excess of 100 lbs.; team lift greater weights.
- Standing / Walking: Must be able to stand and walk consistently during the 8 hour day.
- Reach / Handle / Grasp/Feel: Repetitive use of hands required. Must be able to use elevator operations entire shift.
- Bend / Lift / Stoop: Gathering supplies throughout day from various heights.
- Push/Pull: Must be able to push cases into designated work zones; or pull with designated tow tool.
- Environment: Indoors, controlled airflow, depending on building may or may not be air conditioned.
- Climbing: Must be able to climb up/down ladders between 2 – 8 feet tall using 3 point contact method to reach various heights requiring sanding or finishing or to clean booth and change out filters.