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RPAC LLC
Forklift Operator
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$46,027 / year median in California
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Forklift Operator -
Job Description Pay Range:
$17.50 - $21.00 hourly.Job Summary:
Forklift Operators are responsible for safely and efficiently transporting materials to different locations throughout the entire plant, loading/unload of containers, and stacking/unstack of bins using a variety of different forklift types, including electric and LPG lifts.Job Responsibilities:
- Operator Electric/LPG forklifts, Single-Double forklifts, Push/Pull forklift, Bin Dumper Attachment, Shuttle truck, Scale system, and Boom-lifts.
- Manage & prep materials, inventory, and product for operations.
- Picking, prepping, and securing orders.
- Inspect containers and shipping equipment.
- Loading & unloading of products, items, and materials.
- Verify and validate loads, inventory, containers for accuracy and securement.
- Inspecting for damage to vehicle and is fully operational for use.
- Notify supervisor immediately for maintenance and repairs.
- Fuel / charge equipment as required, daily.
- Transporting materials to different locations within the facility.
- Securing loads to the equipment before transportation.
- Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency.
- Drive within the expected speed range (~5mph), slowing near obstacles and walls.
- Operating and managing technical equipment.
- Managing inventory by utilizing RF scanning equipment.
- Identifying workplace safety hazards.
- Adhere to the company team culture expectations.
- Following all safety management standards.
- Adhering to production schedules.
- Maintain clean work environment, following company GMP policies.
- Perform all processing and cross functional activities.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Forklift Operator or similar role.
- Valid internal Forklift Operator certification.
- Able to lift, up to 50-pounds.
- Excellent vision, hand-eye coordination, and surrounding awareness.
- Proficiency in operating technical machinery and RF scanners.
- Mathematical aptitude with good communication and interpersonal skills
- Organizational and leadership skills with attention to detail.
- Damage free mindset.
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach.