JOB TITLE

Lift Truck Operator

REPORTS TO

Team Leader

BASIC FUNCTIONS

Responsible for operation of equipment and job duties related to the warehousing and shipping of all production, including preforms and bottles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Make sure that unit loads that leave the palletizer are properly plugged and that strap and wrap are applied according to specifications. If the unit is tagged with a label, assure that the information on the label is correct and that the labeling equipment is operating properly. 2. Supply pallets, top frames, and tier sheets to the palletizers. Reload equipment with strap and wrap as necessary. 3. Notify the maintenance team whenever equipment is malfunctioning. Provide information to the maintenance team that may assist them in resolving the problem. 4. Place bottles and preforms in the warehouse for storage. Assure that products are stored in the correct location and that product is correctly labeled and packaged according to SQMS standards. Report any damaged product in the warehouse to the Team Leader. Supply preforms to the blowmolding area as needed for production, and dump preforms into the hoppers as instructed on the Production Schedule. 5. Load preforms, bottles, and other items as needed onto trucks for shipment. Assure that all products are not damaged or obviously defective prior to shipment. Talk with customers regarding shipment of loads in the absence of the dispatcher. Unload all incoming freight, as needed. 6. Unload preform and bottle dunnage shipments and store in the proper areas. Build dunnage to ensure the consistent operation of palletizing equipment. Follow all hygiene specifications. 7. Maintain a clean working environment and follow all safety guidelines and policies at all times. Report any unsafe conditions to the Team Leader. Inspect all equipment, including fork trucks, per established guidelines. 8. Perform other duties as requested by the Team Leader. 9. Comply with all activities related to product safety, legality, regulatory compliance and quality.