Air International US Inc. is hiring: Forklift Operator in Auburn

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Forklift Driver

Business Unit

Air International, US

Location

Air International US, Auburn, CA

Reports to

Warehouse Manager

Classification

Hourly/Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

A Forklift Driver is responsible for moving goods, loaded pallets and equipment safely and securely. In addition to driving forklifts, a Forklift Driver also has a range of other warehouse duties such as packaging shipments or checking inventories.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maneuvering forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
• Safely stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets
• Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
• Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
• Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
• Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
• Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
• Keeping up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures
• Consolidating partial pallets for incoming goods

Experience, Skills & Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent hands-on skills.
• Good organization skills.

Desired Additional Qualifications/Preferred Skills:

• Bilingual / reading / writing in both English and Spanish.
• Process improvement/problem-solving experience, i.e. CMMI, Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, 8D.
• Familiarity with automotive part nomenclature (HVAC preferred).

Work Environment / Physical Environment:

• Combination of an office and manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, i.e. keyboarding.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• May be exposed to possible shop hazards including high noise level, high-pressure equipment, chemicals, and shop traffic.

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