Band 4 Forklift Driver

Description

Forklift Driver

Job Title:

Forklift Driver

Division/Department:

Various

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Various

EEOC Code:

Operative

Last Revision Date:

10/31/17

Employee Status:

Full-Time

SUMMARY

Demonstrate safe operation of the forklift vehicle while loading and unloading goods.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• •Safe vehicle operation.
• •Get good to/from required areas.
• •Clear production areas and consolidate used pallets to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• •Meet efficiency requirements while performing tasks.
• •Follow all required safety procedures.
• •Other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain clean and safe working environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee must be able to lift, carry, push or pull up 20 pounds. Employee must have the ability to complete the following repetitive tasks. Percent involved in each applicable activity is noted.

Percentage

• •Visual Inspection of machinery and product 100%
• •Color Vision 10%
• •Oral Communication 100%
• •Balance 5%
• •Hearing 100%
• •External Cold 40%
• •External Heat 40%
• •Noise 10%
• •Wet Conditions 10%
• •Working without assistance 40%
• •Fine hand manipulation 10%
• •Pinching finger movements 10%
• •Seated work 10%
• •Bending 75%
• •Kneeling 75%
• •Squatting 75%
• •Reaching above head 75%
• •Prolonged standing/walking 20%
• •Prolonged sitting 90%
• •Twisting 10%

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• •Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• •Effective verbal and written communications skills.
• •Attentive to details and numbers.
• •Forklift certification.
• •Demonstrates safe operation of a forklift.
• •Knowledge of safety procedures for proper pallet transportation.
• •Dependable and reliable.
• •Good organizational skills.
• •Good eye and hand coordination
• •Strong work ethic.
• •Cooperative in achieving the daily goals.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Forklift operation requires the use of safety equipment that may include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protection, and hardhats. Jewelry is not permitted.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must pass:

• •Pre-employment drug screen and physical
• •Background check

Employee Benefits

• •40 hours of non-paid time off starts at time of hire and requires supervisor approval to use.
• •PTO accrual starts at time of hire; 1 hour earned for every 40 hours worked. PTO can be used for any reason after 90 days of employment.
• •Vacation accrual starts once eligibility time has been met; requires supervisor approval to use. Increase in vacation time earned is based on years of service schedule.
• •10 paid holidays once eligibility time has been met.
• •Healthcare, dental, and vision along with other voluntary insurances available to employees who have met their eligibility time and work at minimum 30 hours a week.
• •$50k life insurance policy provided to employees who have met their eligibility time and work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.
• •Employee Assistance Program to all employees and their eligible family members with 24/7 access.
• •401 (k) retirement for employees 21 years and older with ability to contribute 1st of the month following date of hire. Company match up to 50% of a 6% employee contribution after 90 days. Company contributions are discretionary and will be made after our internal approval processes are completed and all requirements have been met.
• •Profit Sharing for employees 21 years and older, have met minimum required worked hours as of January 1st or July 1st based on date of hire. This is automatically contributed to annually. Company contributions are discretionary and will be made after our internal approval processes are completed and all requirements have been met.
• •Costco membership to employees with at least 1 year of service on or before April 1st.
• •Tuition reimbursement/seminars for continued education. Company approval is required and must be related to employee’s current or potential future position with the company,