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TitleForklift OperatorClassificationHourlyReports ToProduction SupervisorPosition TypeFull-TimeCORE VALUESSchupan & Sons, Inc. expects all employees to perform their job duties and consistently follow the code of conduct.* Integrity - We are honest in our interactions to foster trust, accountability, and responsibility.* Empowerment - We are committed to providing the resources necessary to elevate our employees & our business to excellence.* Sustainability - We are dedicated to the wellbeing of our communities, our people, our environment and to the long-term success of our business.* Compassion - We are inspired to help others and committed to a workplace of kindness, understanding, and respecting others' diverse perspectives and experiencesSUMMARYThe Forklift Operator is responsible for loading, unloading and moving all materials throughout the facility for processing and assists in the handling/processing of materials as needed.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Loads and/or unloads materials on trailers as needed.* Weighs, labels and properly stores all processed materials as required.* Maintains and services the forklift truck and informs the Supervisor of any significant issues.* Completes forklift inspections by checking the items on the daily forklift inspection sheet and reports any significant issues to shift supervisor and documents findings.* Operates balers, granulators, trash compactor and other equipment as needed.* Provides proper weight tickets to front office for billing purposes.* Ensure proper tare weight program is used for material by referencing spec sheets.* Sweeps up debris in the following areas: shipping/ receiving trailers, granulators,balers, floor scales, and surrounding warehouse areas.* Empties trash containers throughout the facility and performs daily scale inspections.* Occasionally required to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Material Handler: separate, sort, and process all materials by using necessary process machinery to complete tasks.* Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.* Must be able to interact in person with peers and management for the duration of the shift.* Must be able to handle high stress situations* Performs other related duties as assigned.