Truck Driver and Material Handler

Overview:The Truck Driver and Material Handler will be primarily responsible for the safe operation of a fork truck in a warehouse / manufacturing facility and operating a 20' straight flatbed truck for local pickups and delivery. When not driving fork trucks or the flatbed truck, the operator will be preparing product for final finishing in the Paint area. As part of the manufacturing team, an operator will follow blueprints and work instructions to build unique, high-quality security products to meet customer requirements.ResponsibilitiesTruck Driver and Material Handling:Must have or be willing to obtain a current DOT physical cardMust have or be willing to obtain a fork truck operator cardAbility to strap down and secure loadsSafe operation of a 20' flatbed truckCompletion of shipping documents using a company computer systemProduction Work:Safe operation of hand and power tools to assist in the production processFollow production schedulesReady parts for final or next operationsUse of lifting devices to position product for processing and to move in and out of the work areaMaintain a clean and organized workplace and perform daily cleaning and preventive maintenance duties as neededDevelop Continuous Improvement of processInspect products for defects to ensure quality standards are metOther duties as assignedQuality Control, Inspection, and Safety:Inspect sub-components and assembled products for any defects or non-compliance to prints. Document as required per the Quality SystemVisually inspect all products for defects per specificationsEnsure that Safety Protocols are followed while in the facilityReport all Safety concerns to supervision immediatelyProcess Improvement:Provide input, collaborate with Harden Team members, and implement process improvements to improve safety, quality, delivery, and costRequirementsU.S. Citizen or Green Card HolderEducation: High School diploma or equivalent qualificationExperience: At least two years of experience working in manufacturingTechnical Skills:Knowledge of strapping and rigging for the use of overhead cranes and trucks on the roadThe proper use of power and hand toolsAbility to read and interpret product printsAbility to understand dimensions in both Metric and Imperial and convert between themUnderstand tolerancing, inspection procedures, and proper use of calibrated quality toolingSafety Awareness:Knowledge of manufacturing safety protocols and regulationsAbility to stand / walk / work on concrete for 10 hours per dayGood physical stamina (lifting heavy equipment) and ability to stand for extended periodsAbility to operate machinery in a safe and controlled mannerOwnership of safetyBasic computer skillsAbility to learn new skillsWork within a team environmentCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive compensationBlue Cross Blue Shield health and dental group insurance benefits, vision insuranceCompany-provided Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability (LTD) benefitsCompany-paid vacation and sick leave401k with company matchPhysical EnvironmentFunctions in a live production environment much of the time. Work requires the ability to walk the production floor and other areas of the manufacturing facility; position requires good physical fitness and an understanding of appropriate lifting techniques and tool safety. May need to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion. Excellent vision skills (with or without correction) are required. The environment has moderate noise levels associated with equipment, production machines, and construction equipment.Harden Architectural Security Products, LLC is an EOE/Vets/DisabilitiesEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.