Warehouse Technician - Forklift Operator

General Material Handling responsibilities in a manufacturing environment, including operating a forklift, clearing production lines, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining production storage system (i.e. inventory control, FIFO), checking product for quality, and performing various other tasks, allwith an emphasis on safety and quality.Duties/Responsibilities:• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage areas• Prepares Bills of Ladings• Checks in/assigns drivers to docks for unloading and inspects trucks for cleanliness/compliance prior to loading • Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports product accordingly• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to coordinator• Manages and stacks pallets, bins, and other supplies in specified areas.• Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to Warehouse Manager• Ensures accurate completion of all paperwork• Performs other related duties as requestedRequirementsRequired Skills/Abilities: • Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Interested in Continuous Improvement and able to thrive in a self-directed environment• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulationsEducation and Experience:• HS Diploma/GED Required. Three years of relevant experience (one employer) may be substituted• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site testPhysical Requirements: • Ability to maintain focus and situational awareness