LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR I-Utility (6p-6a)

Lift Truck Operator I-Utility (6p-6a)Operate gasoline or electric-powered industrial trucks or tractors equipped with forklift and/or elevated platform to move materials. Duties are performed under general supervision following standard work procedures and guidelines. Operates a fork lift or squeeze truck Operates drive gasoline- or electric-powered trucks to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas Operates lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams and swivel-hooks, hoists, and elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, and stack material Moves pallets, skids, and boxes, and secures material or products for transport to designated areas Dumps, sprays, or releases materials into hoppers Performs routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment Manually load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms, cars, or lifting devices Operates or tends automatic stacking, loading, packaging, or cutting machines Weighs materials or products and records weight and other production data as required Records quality and output measures and completes any other necessary paperwork Performing a pre-shift daily inspection on the lift truck Attend any job-related training deemed necessary by supervision Follow all established standard operating and safety procedures as well as company policies Perform general housekeeping duties as necessary Perform other tasks assigned by management High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Lift Truck Certification preferred. Successful completion of all required on the job training. Successful completion of all required health and environmental safety training. Prior experience in a warehouse or as a general laborer preferred. Operate in a team-based environment Basic math skills May require bending, squatting, climbing, and other physical movement for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Working around moving equipment and in an industrial environment. Working in an environment where there may be regular exposure to chemicals, noise from machinery, dust, fumes, and variable temperatures. Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don't Work participant.