Forklift Operator

Sun Gro Horticulture • Unknown, Canada • 2d ago

Job description

The employee is responsible for performing the following tasks: Participate in the receiving of goods and evaluate the material received for quantity and possible damage; report any problems to the appropriate people Loads pallets of finished product into carrier trailers, either from stacks or directly from the plant. Completes loading charts and can read and understand delivery notes when receiving goods must complete bills of lading and customs paperwork Place pallets of product leaving the plant on the storage shelves verify the condition of the trailers is responsible for the maintenance and proper functioning of his equipment Checks the condition of the ground to avoid the possibility of punctures Repairs pallets of broken product participates in the remanufacturing of non-conforming product Ensures loading ramps are in good condition prior to use Collects wood scraps from storage boards occasionally takes samples of material Must learn to be self-directed and show initiative Performs any other duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications be a conscientious employee with a high sense of responsibility have a grade 12 education or equivalent relevant experience be fluent in English willingness to work shifts be able to operate hydraulically controlled machines without the risk of damaging the equipment, property, product and/or vehicles around them be able to perform daily checks and maintenance on his/her machine

Maintenance and repairs perform daily checks on equipment such as oil level, air filter cleaning, tire condition, etc. ensure the greasing, cleaning and lubrication of the machines

Quality control ensure that pallets are properly arranged on the wood during storage take care not to damage the product check the quality of the pallets and their contents ensure quality when receiving goods ensure that the pallets loaded in the vans are in good condition: cleanliness, bags not torn, wrapping in good condition, etc.

Health and safety be concerned about safety at work attach the safety belt in his machine apply safety standards related to loading and unloading of trailers, including attaching chains to loading ramps and placing cones to demarcate one's route from the machining, if applicable Wear personal protective equipment applicable to the tasks performed

Performance Maintain an average loading rate of at least one load every 45 minutes while picking up lumber Follow the rhythm of the exit of the pallets from the mill Job description

Maintenance and repairs perform daily checks on equipment such as oil level, air filter cleaning, tire condition, etc. ensure the greasing, cleaning and lubrication of the machines Quality control ensure that pallets are properly arranged on the wood during storage take care not to damage the product check the quality of the pallets and their contents ensure quality when receiving goods ensure that the pallets loaded in the vans are in good condition: cleanliness, bags not torn, wrapping in good condition, etc.

Performance Maintain an average loading rate of at least one load every 45 minutes while picking up lumber Follow the rhythm of the exit of the pallets from the mill