Forklift Operator

United States , Massachusetts , NORWOOD

Permanent / Regular

Technical Production

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Why do we need you ?

What’s the job?

Come start a career with us at CertainTeed as a Take Off Driver. In this position, employees will be responsible for the operation of forklifts to transport and stack materials in a safe and productive manner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Safely operate a forklift.
Loading and Unloading Material (flatbed trailers, 53’ vans, and rail cars) from a dock and outdoor yard during all seasons and weather conditions.
Read and understand what product(s) to select, how to load and unload trucks based on pick documents and bills of lading.
Follows the Logistics Standard Operating Procedures, supports and maintains warehouse stock location system and code dates to ensure proper inventory turns and adherence to FIFO principles.
Receives Incoming Finished Goods and Raw Materials and verifies accuracy.
Provides general Customer Service to Customers and Transportation providers
Ability to safely lift, carry, and stack up to 55lb bundles of roofing shingles/rolls.
General housekeeping and all other related tasks as assigned

Schedule

Monday-Friday, Saturday or Sunday depending on production needs
Shift: 3rd shift

Compensation

Salary: $24.14 per hour
There is a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Ask us about it!
Annual year-end bonus
Annual raises based on union contract

Is this job for you ?

Qualifications & Skills:

Minimum High School Education
2 Years of Warehouse/Supply Chain Experience
2 Years of Forklift Operating Experience
Good working knowledge of Warehouse/Shipping policies, procedures, operations, and general transportation processes.
Good oral communication skills
Strong Teamwork skills
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to translate data into useful information.
Excellent Attendance Practices Required
Ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations, sensitivity to other’s needs, and positive demeanor.
Use Mobile Order Picking System

A team ready to welcome you

Benefits:

You will be a member of the Teamsters Local 25 union and enjoy a world-class benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, vision, pharmacy
Pension plan
Paid time off
Hearing care
Employee assistance program
Disability, life insurance
and much more!

To learn more about the Teamsters benefits, please visit https://www.teamsterscare.com/

To make sure nothing is forgotten

Flexibility

Able and willing to work in other areas as needed. Must be flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires.
Willing to work additional hours as necessary. (Overtime)

Work Environment:

Indoor Warehouse work
Outside conditions, working with warehouse personnel and truck drivers.

Safety & Health

Follow the CertainTeed Health and Safety Rules, ensure safe operating conditions within the Shipping/Warehouse, and notify coworkers and supervisors of hazardous acts and conditions. Proper use of PPE at all times. Maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with the 5S philosophy. Facilitate and/or participate in safety training and safety committee meetings.

Quality Assurance and Process Control:

Support a zero-defect system through process control, to minimize non-quality related costs and to improve customer satisfaction. This requires defect-free work and an understanding of the requirements of the company’s quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify and segregate non-conforming products. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventative actions when appropriate.

Initiative:

Actively participates in continuous improvement of products and processes to better serve customers and improve the overall profitability of CertainTeed.
Actively seek out work in other areas when the current assignment is complete.
Make suggestions for improving product quality, processes, safety, and company profitability.

Teamwork & Results

Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.