Forklift Operator - Kruger Products : Job Details

The Forklift Operator positions are part of a team that has accountability for the safe operation of equipment in one of the production areas which may include: Paper Machines, Converting, or Warehouse Operations. Incumbents will report directly to the Supervisor of the respective area they are assigned. This is an hourly paid position that works a 12hr. rotating shift schedule. The facility operates on a 24 hour, 7 day per week, 365 day per year basis. Successful candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, and physical.The expectation is that individuals filling these positions will be self-motivated to learn all of the responsibilities within their operational area to ensure complete flexibility so that employees can flow to the work as needed. Forklift Operator employees will also be expected to provide coaching, mentoring, and training to other team members to ensure the development of other team members.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSafety:Forklift Operators will accept personal responsibility at all times for themselves and assist where they can with the safety of other team members and contractors. This includes, but is not limited to such things as:Ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed by themselves and by others working in and around the machinery.Reporting all injuries and near misses in a timely manner.Actively participating in accident/incident investigations.Maintaining housekeeping standards and expectations.Participating in team safety meetings, discussions, and training opportunities.Following all safety procedures such as Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, PPE, etc.Participating in crew discussions prior to major events, emphasizing Job Hazard Analyses prior to commencing work.Ensuring crew has an adequate supply of required safety equipment.Carrying out First Responder responsibilities as trained and required.Quality:Forklift Operators will ensure that all finished paper products adhere to quality conformance and diligence specifications. This includes, but is not limited to:Leading by example as a quality advocate.Providing support as needed to correct quality deficiencies, i.e. product or packaging defects.Ensuring all work performed meets quality standards.Productivity:Forklift Operators will safely operate their primary equipment at centerline conditions, standard speeds, etc. to maximize productivity.Inputting data into and monitoring mill-wide Data Collection Systems as required to verify continuous operation at machine set-points.Cost:Forklift Operators will manage costs that they have the ability to impact wisely and eliminate waste (i.e. raw materials, finishing supplies, parts, tools, time, personnel), and take the initiative to bring forward and resolve issues.Monitoring key performance indicators that drive product cost, maximizing converting or paper cost efficiency by operating equipment at centerline.Monitoring chemical usages, i.e. tail tie adhesive to ensure compliance to budgeted amounts as required. Identifying deviations from standard and determining special causes.Managing broke area cleanliness and usage as appropriate.Equipment and Facility Maintenance:Forklift Operators will work to maintain the integrity of the facility and operating equipment to ensure ongoing safe, reliable operations. This includes:Maintaining housekeeping standards, ensuring periodic clean-up of equipment per SOP, logging saw house maintenance, or other housekeeping requirements for their relative operational area.Performing grade changes, required inspections, lubrications, and other operator basic care as identified per SOP.Initiating, completing, and/or assisting with equipment maintenance and repair as needed.Team Development:Forklift Operators will be expected to take an active role in learning the equipment, processes, and systems in their relevant operating areas. Additionally, they will be expected to:Participate in organizational improvement teams, i.e. Safety Committees, Quality Improvement, Productivity/Cost Reductions Teams, etc. as assigned on a rotating basis.Identify team member training needs and deficiencies.Actively train/mentor other team members to foster their development including required safety training.Actively seek training opportunities.Participate in Employee Performance reviews and promotion process as required.Be a team player.Demonstrate a sense of urgency in work performance.QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GEDMust be a minimum of 18 years of ageMechanical Aptitude - Operator Level (STM Assessment)Minimum of 2 years industrial or warehouse experience or completion of the Industrial Readiness Training Course offered at SW Tennessee Community CollegeAbility to work in a Team environmentCommitted to safety & organizational goalsA record of stable & continuous employmentMust be computer literateProfessional communication skillsSelf-motivated, able to work with minimal supervisionAbility to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladders and stairs, work from heights, and stand for continuous periods of time with or without reasonable accommodationAbility to work rotating 12hr shifts, overtime & weekends/holidaysAbility to work in a hot, humid, noisy and high volume machine production areaAbility and willingness to work safely and wear PPE as requiredMust be able to meet attendance expectationsMust be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, and physicalK.T.G.(USA) Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest in K.T.G.(USA) Inc., but only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr