Material Handler & Forklift Operator

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Summary

This role has the main task of ensuring that materials are moved/stored, that materials are supplied where/when they are needed, and  ensuring trucks are loaded/unloaded in a timely manner. This role will contribute to higher overall productivity of the entire group.

 

Safety - PPE Required:

·  Safety glasses
·  Cut resistant gloves
·  Safety toe shoes
·  Ear plugs
·  High vis vest

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Supply Raw materials and parts to the production line assigned

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Remove empty bins for refilling

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Transport finished goods away from the production line assigned

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Remove all waste from the line assigned

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Remove WIP and other material scrap from the line once cleared to move into designated bins. They will be in designated spots and colored red.

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Update status/alert boards of line assigned

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Replace tools/fixtures as needed for the line assigned.

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Notify proper person to schedule pickups of miscellaneous items such as scrap, trash removal, totes, out of date chemicals, metal hoppers and pallets

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Perform line side replenishment audits when required.

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Help maintain a clean work area on the line assigned as well as assigned supermarkets

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Adherence to established safety policies, procedures, and practices.

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Supports the organization’s efforts toward continuous improvement.

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Supports the organization’s goals and values.

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Demonstrates teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service.

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Help improve overall processes

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Engages with all line teams on a daily basis

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Provides good customer service to all customers, both internal and external

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Perform other duties as assigned by Logistics Manager, Line Supervisor, and/or Team Leader

Successful Candidates Must

·  Be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis and be able to work in a standing, bending, and/or stretching position
·  Have Excellent Communication skills
·  Experienced and Knowledgeable working within welding/production lines
·  Problem solving skills
·  Punctuality and time management skills
·  Must be process driven and know how to take a systematic approach to the job.
·  Forklift experience.

 

Education and Experience: High school diploma/equivalent or higher education

 

Language Skills: Multilingual a plus - English and Spanish

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category:  Production

Organization:  Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required:  No Travel Required

Requisition ID:  15806