Forklift/Production Worker
Job Description
LINK Staffing has partnered with our client in Irving to hire Forklift Operators with production and manufacturing experience. This company is a well established leader in producing medicines that work to fight against chronic kidney disease. These are 1st & 2nd shift, Temp - Hire opportunities offering stability and growth.
Do you have experience in production and manufacturing with the ability to operate the Stand-Up and/or the Sit-Down Forklift? Would you like to work for an established employer in a safe Climate Controlled work environment?
Job Summary
The ideal candidate will be part of the Liquid Acid Production Team; responsibilities include but are not limited to - Operation of pneumatic equipment (Production Line), resupply of packaging material/raw materials using a forklift or manual/electric pallet jack, quality inspection of outbound product, and maintaining a safe, clean working environment per company housekeeping guidelines. With the above duties this position will involve lifting (up to 50lbs) and standing for long periods of time.
Shift Information/Pay Information:
1st Shift: Mon-Fri / 4am -2:30pm (some weekends) - $18.00/HR
2nd Shift: Mon- Fri / 2:00pm – 12:30am (some weekends) - $19.80/HR
Other Forklift Operator/Production Worker Responsibilities:
Prepare and stage orders in appropriate area to be loaded for delivery
Follow all internal procedures or special instructions pertaining to preparation and staging of orders
Receive materials from suppliers, as well as customer equipment by properly inspecting material against paperwork received with equipment or material
Put away all materials and/or equipment in their properly designated locations in a timely manner
Operate a forklift safely and efficiently, maintain required certification, perform vehicle safety checks and report discrepancies to the leadership team
Responsible for keeping facility clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently
Process returned materials and equipment according to internal procedures
Adhere to all established company policies, procedures and safety guidelines
Other duties as assigned, Picking, Packing and Kitting
Forklift Operator/Production Worker Requirements:
- Stand-Up / Sit-Down forklift experience
- Electric pallet jack experience
- General Manufacturing (production line) & Logistics experience
- Light to Medium lifting /prolonged standing / walking / bending / manual dexterity required
- Minimum 2 years related experience for all of the above
- Must meet the background and drug screen requirements