Forklift Driver
Newport, NC • Veneer Production
Job Type
Full-time
Description
  • Obtains copy of production schedule or shipping order and transports material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility
  • Loading and unloading goods from vehicles such as trucks
  • Moving goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
  • Stacking goods in the correct storage bays, following inventory control instructions
  • Checking loads are secure
  • Stacking empty pallets
  • Performing daily equipment checks such as recharging the truck's battery and lubricating equipment
  • Removing machine attachments and waste material from machines
  • Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards
  • Dumping materials into machine hoppers
Requirements
  • High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
  • Follow instructions for operating equipment and keeping records
  • Execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment
  • 2-3 year of forklift operating experience 
  • Must be conscientious about your work
  • Be reliable-attendance is important
  • Willingness to learn
  • Be a team player

This description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified for the purpose of a job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job nor shall it be construed as giving exclusive title to every function described.