Warehouse / Forklift Driver

Location: Berlin
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Adecco is currently looking for an experienced Forklift Diver / Material Handler to work 1st shift at a major manufacturer in Berlin, WI.

. Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor, the Material Handler is responsible for the handling of materials (equipment, parts and supplies) throughout the facility maintaining quality of materials and ensuring supply demands to production areas and customers.

Primary Responsibilities:

Operate forklift, hoist and other equipment to transport materials to specified areas of the plant, taking care to ensure quality of materials

Responsible for completing material movement documentation to ensure the integrity of the inventory system

Reference MRP system to determine appropriate placement and inventory levels

Unload inbound shipments, using forklift trucks to transport materials to designated stocking areas as determined by receiving and inventory plans

Load outgoing units according to shipping specifications and complete respective paperwork associated with shipment

Prepare units for shipment, inspecting for exterior damage, label adherence, etc

Maintain stock area

Stack skids or pallets in designated areas

Clean up and dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard and strapping

Provide solutions for optimum use of warehousing and line stocking areas

Perform utility work within the plant as needed

Conduct safety check of forklift trucks, restraining systems for tractor trailer trucks and maintenance needs of company trucks used for delivery and/or pick up

Practice safe work habits, following safety guidelines with respect to operation and support company safety initiatives

Maintain clean work area

Qualifications:

Valid Driver's License Required.

Ability to prioritize work and perform under time constraints

Attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping

Ability to follow directions and work in a team environment

Ability to work overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma and 2 years of warehouse and/or shipping experience, including operation of forklift

Forklift certification or ability to be certified

Understanding of and ability to utilize Inventory Management Systems

Familiarity with the principles of production materials flow and planning

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Ability to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds without assistance or equipment frequently.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls.

The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk long distances; reach above shoulders; stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Hand/eye coordination is constantly required. Handlers are required to turn and twist to ensure view all around at all times while operating equipment.

Ability to step up on and off of Forklift frequently.

Must be able to sit comfortably for long periods of time while driving over several types of terrain and weather constantly.

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