Loader Operator

Universal Forest Products
Job Description

Position Title: Forklift Operator II FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt – Hourly

Job Code: 508021 Employee Class: Hourly

Department: Manufacturing Reports to: Department Supervisor

General Summary
Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars.
Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific direction and instructions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
• Moves material and other products from storage to work areas and vice versa as required.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading product on a truck or rail car
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes pre-shift/startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
• Maintains yard and ensures it is organized and clean.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Empty trash and wood hoppers.
• Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

• Minimum 9th grade basic education; High school diploma/GED preferred but not required
• Prefers 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

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Skills and abilities * *

Ability to work in a safe manner * Ability to recognize size/grade/quality of material

• Ability to estimate approximate weight of material
• Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions
• Demonstrate ability to stack material properly
• Ability to pay attention to surroundings
• Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions
• Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English; ability read and write basicEnglish

• Ability to frequently get on and off a forklift, to withstand operations in rough surfaces, to work in a wide range of weather condition, and operate a forklift for extended periods of time.
• Demonstrate eye-hand coordination
• Ability to work under immediate supervision
• Ability to pass a drug test
• Ability to work hours mandated by management

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Conduct

• Safety conscious
• Team player and goal oriented
• Leads by example and positive attitude
• Participates in Safety and CI programs
• Punctual and reliable
• Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

Working Conditions
The following physical activity is required (percentage of time during a typical workday may vary)

Less 75%
25 to 50 to

Activity Not Required than or 49% 74%
25% more

Bending at Waist

Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling

Climbing/Balancing

Lifting/Carrying

Less than 10 lbs.

10-25 lbs.

Over 25 lbs.

Pushing / Pulling

Twisting

Using force

Sitting

Standing

Walking

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken
word.

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds by the ear with or without
correction.

Seeing: Obtaining impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color, or other characteristics of objects with or
without correction.

Driving a vehicle/heavy equipment

Reaching: Extending the hands and arms in any direction (above
and beyond comfort zone).
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working
with the hand or hands.
Repetitive Motion: Repetitious movement of arms, hands, wrists,
etc.
Other: Specify

Disclaimer Statement
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of

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employees assigned to this job.

“Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national

Review & Approvals

Name Department Manager Date

Ingrid Shane December, 2011

Name Human Resources Date

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gilmer, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location