Position Overview:
Forklift Operator/Material Handler ... Pay Range $19.00-$22.00
$1,000.00 Hiring Bonus! $500 After the first 6-Months and $500 after 1 year
Our Forklift Operator – Material Handler operates powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities, with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. This position involves driving around warehouses, storage spaces and other facilities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them in assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates and condition them for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect forklift equipment to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities.
• Report to management on activities and issues.
• Other duties and responsibilities as requested and needed.
Requirements and Skills:
• Proven experience as a forklift operator.
• Forklift operation certification.
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.
• Excellent physical condition and coordination.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record.
• Ability to work well and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.
• Company and job-specific training will be provided as needed throughout employment.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• This is a safety-sensitive position, as defined in section 181.950, subdivision 13, subject to drug and alcohol testing provisions in sections 181.950 to 181.957.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.
Physical Demands:
• Frequent getting on and off equipment.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
• Manufacturing/distribution facility environment.
• Exposure to plant and warehouse environment including heat, humidity, dust fumes, gases, toxic/caustic chemicals, airborne particles, and loud noise.
• Exposure to moving equipment throughout the factory or warehouse.
• Mandatory use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety goggles, safety gloves.
Additional Information:
Essential job functions and education, experience, and skills sections are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience, and skills required to perform the vital duties of this position. The aforementioned shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation. ECO Finishing Co. reserves the right to revise or change essential position functions and/or required duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
ECO Finishing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Eco Finishing Co. does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
About ECO Finishing Co.:
ECO Finishing Co. is the top metal finishing service provider in the Twin Cities area. Having started in 1994, we strive to support our customers’ ability to meet their high standards by providing zinc, nickel, chrome and copper plating, anodizing, phosphate and black oxide coatings, etc., with unmatched quality and environmental responsibility. Our industry leading finishes improve appearance, increase wearing resistance and provide corrosion protection of parts being used in multiple applications and areas, including aerospace, medical, military, and manufacturing in general.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.89 - $21.79 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
