Baler​/Forklift Operator

Location: Falls Creek

PURPOSE:

Operate forklift competently and safely. Operate Baler as per specifications and all safety regulations.

FUNCTION:

Operate fork lift to load and unload trucks and bales as needed to assure production quotas and deadlines are met. Work performed is within acceptable quality standards. General housekeeping and safety. Performs other related activities as directed by the Plant Manager and Warehouse Manager. Operate Baler to produce bales as needed to assure production quotas and deadlines are met. Work performed is within acceptable quality standards.

General housekeeping and safety. Performs other related activities as directed by the Plant Manager and the Warehouse Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate fork lift as instructed in a safe manner as needed.
• Load and unload trucks, pallets and bales as needed.
• Complete Daily checklist for the fork lift truck, baler, and the trash compactor.
• Performs production activities assigned by the Plant Manager and Warehouse Manager.
• Quality and material control.
• General housekeeping and safety.
• Other related duties as directed by the Plant Manager and Warehouse Manager.
• Operate Baler as per specifications and all safety regulations.
• Tie bales properly.
• Assist Forklift Truck Operator in transporting and weighing of bales.
• Performs production activities assigned by the Plant Manager and the Warehouse Manager
• Quality and material control.
• General housekeeping and safety.
• Work closely with textile sorters to keep bale production running smoothly.
• Other related duties as directed by the Plant Manager and Warehouse Manager.

RELATIONS:

Establish and maintain relations with the following:

• The Plant Manager and the Warehouse Manager for the coordination of efforts.
• Other workers in organization, assists in work, perform production activities and related work.

STANDARDS FOR MEASURINGPERFORMANCE:

• Degree to which standards are reached.
• Degree to which respect and confidence of co-workers is established.
• Quality, quantity, and timeliness in the performance of assigned tasks.
• The manner in which ones conduct reflects the high standards of morals and integrity expected of all Goodwill associates.
• Ability to meet deadlines and respond to special requests and the desires of management.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Benefits after 90 days include: agency paid life insurance and vision insurance, vacation, sick, holidays, and eligible to participate in group health and dental programs with biweekly co-pay. EOE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred, but on-the-job training is provided.
• Must be able to pass Fork Lift Certification.
• Must be able to complete paperwork as required.
• Must have good work habits, such as acceptable attitude and punctuality.
• Must respond appropriately to supervision.
• Must possess adequate physical endurance to perform attached job functions and expectations.
• Must be able to pass Baler Operation training requirements.