Forklift Operator Job at Air International US Inc. 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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