Forklift Operator Loading 2shift

Job Description

The Forklift Operator loads trucks with finished or semi-finished products for external and internal customers.

The Forklift Operator receives loading assignments from dispatch in order of priority, as well as oral and/or written instructions recorded in SharePoint.

• Follows scanner instructions indicating the load to be carried out
• Calculates the truck loading configuration based on the materials in the deliveries (loads to be performed)
• Follows instructions from superiors and dispatch to improve work methods and avoid complaints or damage during loading
• Adapts to changes in work priorities or assignments at managements request
• Communicates all necessary information to supervisors to enable performance reporting to management by completing the end-of-shift report
  (recording everything done during the shift)
• Loads delivery/shipment materials as requested, within the calculated timeframe and within the proposed floor space (floor meters)
• Performs overseas packaging
• Maintains order and cleanliness during and after each loading
• Respects the environment
• Ensures and monitors the quality and stability of packages and stacking inside the truck
  Packs or straps packages together to ensure stability or prevent damage (with or without supervisor request)
• Ensures and monitors safety
• Assists colleagues when needed
• Completes the loading document
• Connects batteries to chargers and refills them with water if required
• Counts items during inventory and cycle counts
• Takes photos of the load to guarantee loading quality in case of customer complaints
• Outside of live load, is responsible for closing trailers (tarpaulins)
• Respects third-party equipment (transporters trailers)
• Is courteous and polite with drivers and assists them when needed (maneuvering, movements, etc.)
• Ensures drivers comply with Stows internal rules
• Complies with load-securing legislation
• Performs pre-staging at the request of the supervisor
• Performs 5S audits according to instructions
• Optional: Moves trailers using the tractor