Forklift Operator

Under the direction of supervision (i.e. supervisor and/or team leader), the Forklift driver is responsible for performing the physical tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of products, materials, parts, supplies and equipment. 

PRODUCTION

• Pull, deliver and stage all materials needed verifying they are correct to the appropriate area.
• Remove all finished goods from departments using the yield calculation program (YCP) and radio frequency (RF) Gun unit to weigh and transport materials to the next step.
• Re-verification of material weight and product quantity for shipment of finished product.
• Deliver skids samples when appropriate to their respected area.
• Utilize the YCP to weigh waste and rework (reclaim tablets, capsules, and netting) completing all necessary paperwork, discard and delivery to their appropriate area.
• Pulls/ fills orders per pick sheets and complete stock transfers.
• Examines, stocks and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines and ensures multiple rooms are stocked with all items needed throughout the work day.
• May use (but not limited to) power equipment such as a forklift, hand tools, and other devices operated in a warehouse environment (i.e. electric jacks, sit down, stand ups, and cherry picker forklifts for applicable area(s)).
• Utilize company ERP system to perform inventory transactions completing all necessary paperwork.
• Prepares and maintains records of merchandise shipped.
• Posts weights and shipping charges and prepares goods for final shipment.
• Order supplies for the department when applicable such as gloves, dust mask, cleaning supplies, etc.
• Keep the department clean, to include but not limited to sweeping and mopping floors, light laundry, collecting and disposing of trash, wiping down doors, work stations and other areas.
• Assist in the removal or reassembly of ancillary equipment.

QUALITY

• Maintain clean work environment at all times, including and not limited to hygiene practices.

HEALTH and SAFETY

• Know and understand the cGMP and other regulatory compliance.
• Ensure job specific safety procedures are established and followed.
• Maintain awareness and enforcement of health and safety practices and activities.
• Be involved in the development, implementation, and updating of health and safety plans and procedures.
• Actively participate in health and safety training programs and demonstrate competency based on training received.
• Make safety a priority in daily operations by:
• Actively participating in health and safety activities.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring adequate resources are provided, and
• Providing suggestions for improvement to the health and safety program.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum:

• 3 months experience in material handling, warehouse operations or similar in a manufacturing environment.

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent

QUALIFICATIONS

COMPUTER SKILLS – Capacity to perform basic computer transactions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY - Ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES

• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Dependability — Job requires being reliable, punctual, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
• Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Self Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Independence — Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.
• Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to push, pull, lift and move various weights limits in a safe manner.
• Ability to climb and balance on stools and ladders.
• Use of fingers and hands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Moderate to high levels of noise – requires awareness to surrounding due to equipment in use.
• Working environment may be dusty, oily and/or slippery.