Fork Lift Operator

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Job Title:

Fork Lift Operator

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role:

We are an aluminum die casting manufacturer with expertise in large, complex die casting, machining and assembly, as well as design and analysis. Our scope includes full print to part engineering and strict process and quality control for delivering high quality, complex aluminum castings for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform the assigned tasks as described in the location's policies and procedures standards to include handling of materials within associated logical transactions.
• operate heavy machinery in confined areas.
• Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required.
• Participate in daily shift meetings and other team activities for the purpose of self-improvement and improving warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers.
• Sign inbound and outbound shipping documents.
• Ensure all scanning is completed correctly.
• Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate/resolve scanning issues and housekeeping.
• Perform picking and packing duties.
• Check for evidence of product or container damage.
• Performs housekeeping duties for assigned area operate fork-lift equipment or other warehouse machinery.
• Perform basic operator maintenance (grease equipment, clean filters, change small fittings).
• Sort materials by type and grade.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance.
• 5S.
• Overtime as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience working in a warehouse environment

Experience:

• Forklift experience preferred, but not required.
• Must have experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to pass power lift equipment testing.

Safety:

Abide by all EHS guidelines

Travel or Physical Demands:

Must be able to work in hot/cold environment.

Essential for Direct Roles

Office/Manufacturing Up to 100%

Sitting Up to 100%

Walking Up to 25%

Standing Up to 25%

Climbing Up to 50%

Kneeling Up to 25%

Kneel/Crouch Up to 25%

Pulling Up to 25 %

Lifting up to 50 lbs.

Travel requirements None

EEOC statement required provisions

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Employment with Allison Transmission, Inc. is voluntary and is subject to termination by the employee or Allison Transmission, Inc. at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.   This document is not a contract of employment.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Primary Location:

Lewisburg, TN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.