Lift Truck Operator Shipping

Description

• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
• Participates in plant TPM initiatives - completing activities associated with TPM tasks (adheres to CILT standard, 5S).
• Perform cycle counts as requested
• Fill out daily checklist for forklift
• Support the training and development of colleagues.
• Ensure all finished material is counted and then placed in its proper location for storage
• Complete all required paperwork for carriers and file in the shipping department
• Notify Supply Chain Leader or FLL of equipment problems requiring work orders – and if so trained generate work orders
• Continues to use TPM methodology to gain a better understanding of the equipment.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
• Inspect vehicles before use and throughout shift, keeping all equipment clean and operational.
• Notify supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on- the -job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem.
• Work with a computer to perform basic data entry
• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Use forklift to store finished material in the proper location
• Follow up on work orders
• Follows standard operating procedures and processes.
• Handle, control, feed, or feel objects, tools or product
• Participates in the safety, quality, autonomous maintenance, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, etc.
• Operate lift truck in a safe, productive manner in accordance with all OC procedures
• Performs cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery.
• Keep work area clean
• Utilizes Focus Improvement tools to problem solve.
• Monitor inventories and turn over in timely manner
• Maintain housekeeping in shipping, warehouse and the yard including daily cleaning of the forklifts
• Avoid any problems leading to scrap or seconds
• Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety
• Replace LP tanks as needed following all safety procedures
• Ensure that the gate is closed and locked at the end of each shift
• Maintain DM and Step Boards.
• File appropriate paperwork
• Ensure all bulk materials are received from vendors and carriers in a safe and efficient manner and make sure inventories are in place to operate the plant
• Perform daily tasks following all guidelines as set in regarding to locking out and loading of trucks
• Works to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses.
• Cross check count of finished materials with the Team Leader
• Ensure the gate is closed and locked at the end of each shift
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities, and develops expertise in those areas.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Use down time to clean and organize Shipping area
• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Load and unload finished products and any related raw materials following proper procedures
• During PM days, uses time effectively to bring equipment to optimal condition for zero losses.

Requirements

• Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for up to 12 hours
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Ability to become certified to operate a forklift
• Lift, push and pull 40lbs.repetitively
• Knowledge of warehouse storage areas and location of all products including samples and accessory items
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot
• Exposure to dust/dirt/fumes/fiberglass
• Ability to wear applicable PPE for up to 12 hours
• Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking for 8 – 12 hour shifts
• Must remain drug free
• High attention to detail
• Basic mathematics skills
• Must be able to work flexible rotating shift schedules – mandatory overtime as required
• Can and is willing to make decisions. Knows the chain of command to get support.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task
• Demonstrate basic computer skills such as Microsoft Outlook, IVC and SAP
• Ability to work in wet environments: including head and feet
• Be able to climb up to three floors or stairs, use full upper body movement for process; stand up to 12 hours with breaks
• Bending and twisting; repetitive movements
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate.
• Daily PMs done in first hour of shift
• Manufacturing or process related experience preferred
• Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
• Be able to complete paperwork using the SAP and IVC system if so trained to do so
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable (hearing protection is provided)
• Demonstrated desire to impact safety
• Able to effectively communicate (read, write, speak, understand) English
• Ability to work from heights
• Regular Attendance on site and the ability to rotate varying shifts.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
• Ability to distinguish colors and shading

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance