Job Title
Forklift Driver/Operator
Plant/Location
Sugar Land, TX 77478 US (Primary)
Category
Manufacturing and Production
Education
No high school diploma
Job Accountabilities
Salary:
- We offer competitive pay from $23.84- $25.58hourly, based on experience.
Hours:
- 12-hour schedule from 7pm-7am. Will require training on days before being switched to nights. 4 days on then 4 days off.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
Crown offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including free company paid health insurance for employees as well as company matched 401(k). Job Responsibilities: The forklift operator works closely with the Plant Shipping Supervisor to ensure the packaging, handling, and shipment of a quality product that meets or exceeds customer expectations.
- Ensures all equipment, guards, and safety devices are in place at all times, and follows safe work procedures and safety rules.
- Operates powered industrial trucks to transport inventory and load tractor trailers for shipment.
- Transports inventory in warehouse to correct locations and stages orders for shipment.
- Understands daily production schedule and corresponds with mgmt. leads, and coworkers accordingly.
- Performs visual inspection of aluminum cans and packaging quality.
- Monitors schedules, equipment, or processes, and reports problems to Supervisor.
- Assists with Material Movers (Line drivers) or other forklift operations when necessary.
- Follows all SOP's (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise.
- Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets for sampling.
- Keeps equipment and all areas safe, clean, and organized through proper housekeeping.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- The above information reflects the general job duties and should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- A high school diploma preferred
- Equivalent with 3+ years working forklift experience in a manufacturing setting (high-speed manufacturing is preferred).
- Must have the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds on occasion and regularly stand, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. This position may also require climbing or balancing.
- Must be able to work twelve (12) hour shifts, both day and evening.
- Effective and proven communication skills (both written and verbal) working in a team environment.
- Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects/tasks at the same time.
- Effective record keeping skills and the ability to focus on details.
Preferred Requirements
- OSHA/Forklift Trainer Certified
- Beverage Packaging industry experience
- Knowledge of AS400
Competencies
- Problem solving skills through an individual and/or collaborative approach
- Ability to work independently or with a team.
- With consensus be able to look at new solutions and "think outside the box".
- Effective leadership skills such as conflict resolution, communication, decision making, etc.
- Demonstrated good relations skills and the ability to motivate or team with people.
- Excellent time management skills and multi-tasking.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Computer skills and working knowledge of variousMicrosoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, etc.).
Working Conditions
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicular traffic
- The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures
- The noise level is frequently loud
Possible Equivalent Military Titles
- Logistician; Store Manager; Supply and Warehousing Manager; Transportation Manager; Transportation Maintenance Manager.
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Travel
None/Not Specified
Crown is an equal opportunity employer. Crown does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of race, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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