Strada Electric & Security
Forklift Operator
Strada Electric & Security, Groveland, Florida, United States, 34736
Job Summary:
The Forklift Operator will operate an industrial forklift truck to accomplish various materials handling assignments.Supervisory Responsibilities:Duties/Responsibilities:Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, railroad cars, trucks, and storage areas.Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic.Performs other related duties as requested.Required Skills/Abilities:Basic (9th grade) math, language, and reading skills.Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.Education and Experience:Valid state motor vehicle operator's license.Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.Physical Requirements:Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.Must be able to move and lift up to 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.
The Forklift Operator will operate an industrial forklift truck to accomplish various materials handling assignments.Supervisory Responsibilities:Duties/Responsibilities:Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, railroad cars, trucks, and storage areas.Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly.Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items.Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas.Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor.Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas.Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to truck mechanic.Performs other related duties as requested.Required Skills/Abilities:Basic (9th grade) math, language, and reading skills.Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.Education and Experience:Valid state motor vehicle operator's license.Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test.Physical Requirements:Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.Must be able to move and lift up to 40-pound wooden skid or pallet.