Forklift Operator

Summary: Movement and tracking of parts to and from storage areas and manufacturing areas, recording locations of parts/materials as they are moved with limited directed of Lead Persons and Supervisor. Vast majority of this job is inside, but outside work may require appropriate clothing for winter weather.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Pull parts as needed for the production areas, deliver via forklift.
• Unload, check and receive incoming inventory with a forklift.
• Unloading carts and arranging inventory on shelves to keep a flow of parts and carts.
• Be capable of performing all aspects of the shipping area, working with other employees as part of a team, and be prompt and on time daily for work.
• Willingness to take direction from area supervision to complete orders in a timely manner.
• Be capable of reading work orders and understanding technical documents required by the job.
• Have the ability and desire to become efficient with forklift equipment, learn all aspects of job as required.
• Continually demonstrates a productive and non-disruptive work ethic.
• Works in such a way as to create no or limited scrap or rework, works to continually improve quality level.
• Follows all company safety rules as laid out in the company safety manual and all other company policies.
• Maintain company equipment/work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Be able to operate all proper tooling and other equipment as specified to fulfill basic job requirements.
• Continually strive to improve in all aspects of job requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Prior forklift experience and/or certification.
• Read blueprints/work orders.
• Basic manufacturing background and mechanical aptitude.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Exceptional Attendance.
• Be able to climb ladders, sitting/standing as needed to do job tasks.
• Be able to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. at times as required by job.
• Valid driver license is required for this position.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Physical Requirements:

• Position will require operating forklift during majority of shift, not including break times.
• Candidate must be able to sit up to 2 hours at a time.
• Candidate will be in the outdoor elements moving products.
• Candidate must be able to lift 50lbs and/or push up to 50lbs.
• Most objects being lift will be lifted approximately from floor to waist. (48”)
• Candidate must be able to reach/grab parts up to 10lbs.
• Some functions may include climbing ladders. Appx 5’.
• Some functions will require crouching, squatting, and kneeling.
• Good hand dexterity and balance is required to operate all equipment necessary.
• Daily use of 5 senses to maintain safety for the team and self.

Posted on: January 30, 2026