Lift Truck Operator - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Moving materials from manufacturing lines or storage locations to WIP areas or other assigned areas.
• Recording storage locations on the interplant transfer (IPT) next to appropriate product numbers.
• Daily completion of lift truck check sheets.
• Remove, collect and properly dispose of shipping materials including pallets, straps, cardboard, and bolsters.
• Strap and package finished goods and work in process (WIP) as needed.
• Operate floor sweeper when needed.
• Assist with performing inventory cycle counts as needed.
• Changing lift truck or other PIT batteries as needed.
• Assist in keeping the entire facility clean.
• Performing the duties of other LTO’s when necessary.
• Maintaining a neat and orderly work space.
• Operate baler in recycling of raw materials.
• Safely complete other assigned duties as needed.
• Maintain all recycling containers and dumpsters.
• Maintain all trash dumpsters and cans.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to perform basic reading, writing, and math.
• Must be able to pass a color blindness and vision test.
• Must be familiar with current computer systems and software.
• Must be able to operate a lift truck once trained.
• Must be able to mount and dismount lift truck up to 100 times a day.
• Must have adequate depth perception.
• Must be able to withstand changes in temperature and humidity.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to sit for 12-hours a day.
• Must complete yearly LTO recertification program.
• Must comply with all required OSHA, SAFE, and plant specific safety rules and regulations.

Preferred

• Previous experience operating powered industrial machinery for 12+ months.

Work Shift

• 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM
• Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.