LIFT TRUCK Operator III - IVC Finishing Nights; Dalton, Georgia,

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Perform various functions in support of finishing department operations, including shipping, loading and delivery of flooring products, scrap, and milling dust.

• Perform pre-operational safety checks and complete a vehicle inspection report before operating equipment
• Recharge lift truck battery or replace/refuel gas tank
• Lifting 40+ pounds numerous times during the work shift
• Keep designated finishing lines stocked with all material needs
• Monitor all milling typhoons for milling dust collection
• Unload goods from storage areas, bin locations or trailers
• Any other tasks assigned by management

• Ability to multi-task and stay focused on safety while performing job duties
• Ability to follow simple verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Ability to lift 80 pounds
• Successful completion of all required on the job training.
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner as trained.
• Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency preferred.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Pass the Mohawk lift truck certification test.
• Must Pass Eye Exam.
• Dependable with good attendance record.
• Reads and writes in standard English and proficient in performing basic math calculations such as addition and subtraction.
• Prior experience in a warehouse or as a general laborer preferred.
• Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with others in the immediate work unit and in related support areas.

Describe the specific skills required for this position in terms of technical, managerial, interpersonal skills and unique abilities.

The information on this description was prepared by Compensation and department management and is designed to indicate the general nature and level of the work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Physical demands:
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for long periods of time; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel object, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk; and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include color vision, close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment:
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment may be moderate/high.

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements.

Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.