Fork Lift Operator 2nd shift at General Stamping & Metalworks in Tomah, Wisconsin

Job Description:

The Fork Lift Operator is charged with the responsibility to ensure product is in the right place at the right time in the right quantity for internal and external customers.
Organizational Relationships and Authority
The Fork Lift Operator reports directly to the supervisor and is a part of the Logistics Team. There are no direct reports to this position.
Key Responsibilities
The Fork Lift Operator will expertly operate material handling equipment.

Other responsibilities specific to this position include:
Operating sit down and stand up forklifts and pickersOperating overhead cranes, jib and walk behind lifting devicesMoving yard trailers with a yard truckDelivering to inventory locations in the warehouse.Receiving outside process items, MRO, miscellaneous goods and productsDelivering MRO (maintenance, repair and operations), packaging and supplies to designated areas and/or departmentsSpecialty packaging of products after production when necessaryOperate scanning devicesPicking, moving and labeling product for shipmentInspect equipment as requiredHousekeeping and organizing of indoor and outdoor dock areas, shipping yard and storage areas
Job Demands and Expectations
All GSM personnel are expected to work overtime on occasion, including weekends as needed. The work environment is fast-paced, dynamic and team-oriented. Each employee contributes to the overall success of the organization and is expected to grow with the company.
Qualifications and Competencies
Attain and keep a forklift operator licenseMaintain an optimistic and supportive attitudeDemonstrate accuracy and 10-Key speedValid state drivers license is preferred with For Hire license, Class A or B or CDL
The individual will also maintain competency with the following programs and equipment:
Laptop or desktop computerMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication devicesNavigate corporate inventory systemNavigate third party shipping softwareScanning devicesHigh school diploma or GED (Preferred) or required experience.
General Competencies
Dependability: Follows procedures and responds to management direction: takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits time necessary to reach goals; meets deadlines or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Problem Solving: Utilizes creative talents and skills to successfully resolve problems; develops solutions that work; works well with others to solve problems and resolve situations.Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments prepared and on time.Customer Relations: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; good communication skills; responds promptly and effectively to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance in a friendly productive manner; meets commitments.Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates engaging presentation skills; participates in meetings.Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
Education
High school diploma or GED (Preferred) or required experience.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of forklift driving experience is preferred
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Production floorShipping DocksForklift
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to meet the following physical demands:
Able to speak clearly and understandably, with a pleasant tone of voice and mannerAbility to hear within a range that enables normal telephone communicationAble to see a computer screen within reasonable reading distance without strainAble to type at a keyboard without bodily or psychological discomfort most of the working dayAbility to ambulate around the office environment and manufacturing floor comfortably in order to fulfill tasks required in various offices and departmentsAble to drive a forklift as well as other company vehicles, both on and off premiseAble to work extended shifts on occasionAble to lift 45 pounds independentlyBending at waist and neckWorking at shoulder height and occasionally above when using scanning equipment
Salary/Wages and Benefits
Refer to corporate compensation schedule for this position.
Conditions of Hire
All employment with GSM, Inc., is at-will by the employer and employee and therefore subject to change.