Shipping Operator

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The Shipping Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift while performing the required warehouse tasks. Adherence to all company policies, including but not limited to Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Attendance, while on the premises.

Essential Duties:

• Must be able to work flexible hours (up to 12 hours per shift) including weekends.
• Safe operation of a forklift is critical to the shipping operation.
• Must be able to accurately load outbound trucks without damaging the material or the truck’s trailer.
• Must be able to unload inbound raw materials and miscellaneous shipments
• Must verify delivery quantities.
• Must be able to haul-out staged material without damage
• Must be able to consolidate stored material without mixing products or colors.
• Must be able to perform rework and clean-up duties.
• Must report any equipment problems or malfunctions to supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision that are required for the success of the shipping/receiving operation
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.

Environmental Conditions:

Manufacturing plant is not temperature controlled; dust, fumes, and high noise areas are present inside plant areas. Manufacturing processes involve granules, sand, fiberglass, asphalt coating, crushed rock, and polypropylene. Noise levels exceed 80 dB in some areas of the site. Moving equipment such as forklifts, buggies, genie booms, and industrial sweepers travel throughout the facility, sometimes in congested areas.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

• MUST BE ABLE TO READ, WRITE, AND DO BASIC MATH
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Sit down forklift experience required
• Must be flexible with schedule to include working weekends, when necessary
• Must be able to lift up to 83 pounds
• Must have basic computer skills including being able to complete task in the shipping erp system
• Must be certified to operate a forklift by CertainTeed, Peachtree City standards
• Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week, speak clearly so others understand, vision acuity for this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Acceptance of criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations, sensitivity to others’ needs, positive demeanor, and model change management for the business
• Ability to lift 65 pounds on a continual basis and regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without assistance
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee frequently is required to walk
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk and hear

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Programs
• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home."

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.