Forklift Operator

Reports To: Yard Coordinator/Foreman                                                                       

Status:  Hourly, Non-Exempt, Full-time                                                              

Position Location:  Forsyth, GA

Division: Eagle Precast

Overview:  Our Eagle Precast division is looking for a Forklift Operator at our Forsyth Facility. The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving finished products from the production floor to outside or from outside to be stacked for storage, puling products to prepare for shipping, loading and unloading delivery trucks, and documenting all inventory that you handled. This employee may perform inspection and routine maintenance of forklifts or other onsite equipment. When not operating a forklift, this position is responsible for completing other tasks as required.

Key Abilities for Position Success: 

Building Collaborative Relationships:  Must have the ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support. Confronts all problems with an intent to find solutions rather than blame. Establishes “win-win” relationships as opposed to “us versus them” relationships.

Reflects Company Values:  Teamwork, Integrity, Accountability

Daily Duties:

• Operate forklift to move product to designated areas, including the loading and unloading of products from trucks.
• Move inventory and materials across facilities.
• Stack and organize large bulk items.
• Pull inventory to prepare for shipment.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Update inventory activity, lists, records, and log all completed tasks.
• When not operating a forklift, may need to assist in pouring concrete into forms, patching of concrete surfaces, or other general labor needed around the facility.
• Check equipment to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle/equipment operation.
• Performs manual labor other related duties as directed.
• Always make safety a priority.
• Comply with OSHA safety laws and regulations.               

Position Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent combinations of experience preferred.
• Ability to work Nights & Weekends when needed.
• Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs.; outside exposure in a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain).
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve practical problems, make logical decisions and communicate ideas.

Working Conditions:

Physical Requirements

• Sit, walk, kneel, bend, crawl, and crouch for extended periods of time.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of machines or vehicles to exact positions.
• Ability to judge the distances between you and an object, depth perception.
• Ability to respond to a signal when it appears, reaction time.
• Coordinate the use of hands, arms, and legs fully. Reach for the handle and use it to manipulate objects and materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Vision – ability to see details at close range and details at distance (either naturally or with correction).
• Regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Mental and visual attention is necessary to effectively complete work tasks.

Environmental Conditions

• Work outside and exposed to weather.
• Wear protective or safety equipment, i.e. safety boots/shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, etc.
• May be exposed to high levels of noise, grease, dust, and a variety of substances that are typically associated with a construction site.