Forklift Driver / Warehouse Laborer Job Summary
The Forklift Driver / Warehouse Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general warehouse support duties and operating forklift and material‑handling equipment to support production and shipping operations. This position contributes to a safe, organized, and OSHA‑compliant work environment and ensures materials are received, stored, staged, and delivered accurately and on time.
This role is classified as a safety‑sensitive position and requires adherence to all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Essential Job Functions
Warehouse Laborer Responsibilities
- Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse and production areas in accordance with OSHA and company guidelines
- Collect and dispose of trash from warehouse and production areas
- Collect, transport, and dispose of scrap metal from the production floor using approved methods and equipment
- Perform light cleaning duties using industrial cleaning equipment and approved materials
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, spills, or hazards to supervision immediately
Forklift Operator Responsibilities
- Safely operated forklifts and other powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations and company training requirements
- Unload materials from incoming deliveries and transport them to designated storage or staging locations
- Use RF scanners to accurately receive, scan, and track incoming wire and material deliveries
- Inspect incoming materials for damage, shortages, or quality concerns and report issues promptly
- Transport raw materials and supplies to production workstations to support continuous operations
- Ensure production machines and lines are stocked with required wire spools and materials
- Remove empty spools from production lines and stack them in designated areas
- Empty scrap wire dumpsters and return them to assigned locations
- Maintain proper material flow by stocking:
- Each production line with one (1) stack of ten (10) skids
- The strut area with tubes and one (1) stack of ten (10) skids
- Place boxes on Lines according to the hanger type being produced
- Move damaged skids to the designated area
- Empty all Trash dumpsters
- Ensure wire is moved from the parking lots to the work centers according RF scanner instructions and FIFO (First in-First out) directions.
- Conduct daily forklift and equipment inspections, complete required checklists, and report maintenance or safety concerns
- Ensure forklifts are left in safe operating condition at the end of each shift
- Serve as a backup forklift operator for other shifts or shipping functions as needed
- Follow all safety rules, company policies, and legal requirements at all times
Safety & Compliance Expectations
- Comply with OSHA regulations related to powered industrial trucks, material handling, and workplace safety
- Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times
- Participate in required safety training, inspections, and audits
- Report accidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately
- Maintain a clean and hazard‑free work area
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Proficiency with or ability to learn industrial and warehouse equipment
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Commitment to workplace safety and compliance standards
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described below represent those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly during the shift
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and climb for extended periods
- Ability to safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment
- Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment
- Exposure to dust and latex inherent to the manufacturing process
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Forklift: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person