Forklift Operator

SGS_JOB_2346

Industrial
 North Carolina
Assembly/Hand Tools Quality Control/Attention to Detail Teamwork/Communication Physical Stamina/Safety Awareness

Contract - 3 Month

Location : Colfax North Carolina 27235 The Material Handler/Finger Jointer Associate is responsible for safely receiving, unloading, and organizing freight while accurately recording inventory in QAD. This role includes operating forklifts, maintaining material flow, and supporting the Finger Jointer production process by grading, feeding, stacking blanks, and assisting with machine operations and changeovers. The position also requires performing quality checks, following safety procedures (including Lock Out/Tag Out), and assisting with equipment maintenance. Team members must demonstrate strong communication, organization, and safety awareness while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • The primary purpose of this position is to receive freight in a safe manner while minimizing damage to product and properly receiving inventory into QAD. In addition, this position will assist with the operation of the Finger Jointer machine.
  • This includes but is not limited to feeding, tailing, assisting the operator during changeovers, and chopping cutbacks.
  • Obtain forklift certification.
  • Follow all forklift rules and safety regulations.
  • Unload trailers safely and securely.
  • Make sure all units are tagged and banded securely before placing material in bays.
  • Properly carry loads at a safe speed per forklift training.
  • Maintain safety around pedestrians and work center personnel.
  • Keep bays of material in order and organized and safe.
  • Maintain good communication with other lift drivers on common, as well as off shifts.
  • Master all RF and QAD functions related to material handling.
  • Perform end of shift work center audits and notify supervision and inventory control of issues.
  • Develop an understanding of how blanks produced are associated with the products Endura makes.
  • Ensure that guarding is in place and in good condition.
  • Learn the Finger Jointer production process and machines associated with production.
  • Follow directions from the lead, machine operator, and supervisor.
  • Meet or exceed efficiency goal for grading and feeding the machine.
  • Grade and stack blanks safely and efficiently.
  • Assist the operator with changeovers.
  • Learn to operate the Chop Saw safely and efficiently to assist with cutbacks.
  • Follow Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
  • Perform all quality checks.
  • Exercise excellent housekeeping and organization habits.
  • Assist with preventative maintenance on equipment.
  • Report any forklift damage, building damage, and machine problems immediately.
  • Observe all safety rules and regulations.
  • Wear PPE during the entire shift.  

Skills:

  • Forklift Operation & Material Handling – Safely receiving, unloading, tagging, and organizing freight.
  • Machine Support & Operation – Assisting with Finger Jointer and Chop Saw setup, feeding, and changeovers.
  • Inventory Management – Accurately recording materials in QAD and performing RF functions.
  • Quality & Safety Compliance – Conducting inspections, following LOTO procedures, and maintaining workplace safety.
  • Team Collaboration & Communication – Coordinating with operators, supervisors, and fellow lift drivers

Education/Experience:

  • Lift 35lbs.
  • Sit and stand for 10 hours straight.
  • Climb and descend stairs as needed for the role.
  • Do repetitive movements (hand, arm, leg; bending and twisting at the waist; bending at the knee; squatting; lift, push and pull 35-pounds).
  • Withstand exposure to temperature extremes; sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable.
  • Be exposed to wood dust and aluminum with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent.

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