Material Handler - Forklift Operator

Essential Functions: 

• In-person attendance.
• Drives forklift to move product and materials when required.
• Provides on-the-job training and back-up coverage in key areas as needed.
• Assists in maintaining inventory accuracy, completion, and reconciliation of purchase orders.
• Conducts and audits cycle counts.
• Assists supervisor with special projects.
• Research production issues and expedite product as necessary.
• Follows and promote safety initiatives and assist in development of safety programs.
• Supports Continuous Improvement by participating in and sustaining the MasterBrand Way
• Supports, maintains, and sustains 6S initiatives.
• Complete and retain MasterBrand Cabinets powered industrial equipment certification to include industrial forklift and aerial platform (required).
• Train new associates and/or cross-train associates.
• Update HxH or communication boards as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Ability to work safely and productively with a focus on leadership.
• Demonstrated competence in required math skills and accurate use of tape measure.
• Forklift certification and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate Friedman systems.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, problem solve, and provide solutions to inventory problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead production and actively support department initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and resolve issues with internal vendors, customers, associates, and supervisors in an effective and positive manner.
• Ability to maintain production goals, including flexible hours as required.
• Maintain positive attitude, teamwork, and cooperation.

General Requirements:

• Read, write, comprehend and carry out all written and verbal departmental instructions.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work area, giving safety of self and others a priority.
• Follow all established safety practices and procedures, including reading and understanding material and safety data sheets, lockout policy, and entanglement policy.
• Meet, maintain, or exceed quality standards.
• Maintain and promote positive attitude, teamwork, and cooperation.
• Wear common protective or safety equipment such as vests, safety shoes, glasses etc.

Work Environment: 

• Manufacturing environment, with frequent exposure to wood dusts, and cabinet-making related materials such as wood glue, requiring eye protection.
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures due to non-climate-controlled environment.
• Exposure to sounds over 85 dB, requiring ear protection.

Sensory/ Physical Requirements:

Sensory:          

• Frequent speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision and touch.

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