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Shipping Forklift Operator

2 months ago

Mississauga, Canada Pure Metal Galvanizing Full time

**About the company**

Pure Metal galvanizing is a group company of Valmont Industries which produces infrastructure products to support and enrich growing economies around the world. Valmont is organized around two segments: Irrigation and Infrastructure. Since our founding in 1946, we have been driven by passion, integrity, continuous improvement and delivering results. Valmont Industries, Inc. (VMI) is publicly traded on the NYSE.

The shipping forklift operator plays a crucial role in the smooth and efficient movement of material within the facility. The shipping forklift operator is responsible for operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and transport items to and from shipping areas.

**Essential Functions**:

- Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, to move, stack, and organize material in the shipping area.
- Load and unload shipments onto trucks or other transportation vehicles, ensuring proper stacking and securing of items to prevent damage during transit. Follow loading and unloading procedures and guidelines.
- Retrieve products from storage areas and prepare them for shipping according to customer orders or shipping instructions. Verify accuracy of items and quantities before loading onto the transport vehicle.
- Complete shipping-related paperwork, such as bills of lading, shipping manifests, and delivery receipts. Maintain accurate records of items loaded, unloaded, and their destinations.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment. Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts and equipment, reporting any malfunctions or defects to supervisors.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing shipments for damage, discrepancies, or quality issues. Report any concerns or defects to supervisors and follow appropriate procedures for resolution.
- Collaborate with scheduler, supervisors, and other team members to coordinate shipping activities. Communicate with customers/ truck drivers, freight forwarders, or other personnel to ensure smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Adhere to safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards related to forklift operation and material handling. Stay updated on relevant regulations and certifications.
- If required, participate in periodic physical inventory checks, and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by conducting cycle counts, verifying stock levels, and reporting any discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.

**Other Skills and Abilities**:
Must be able to lift and bend continuously.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations**:
Complete all training as required by the Company.

Forklift license required.

**Qualifications**:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications in forklift operation or warehouse management are preferred.
- Valid forklift operator certification.
- Proven experience as a forklift operator or in a similar shipping and receiving role.
- Proficient in operating various types of forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Familiarity with manufacturing operations, shipping processes, and inventory management systems.
- Good understanding of safety protocols and ability to follow safe operating practices.
- Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy loads and operate equipment for extended periods.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

**Education and/or Experience**:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Reasoning Ability**:
**Mathematical Skills**:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentages.

**Language Skills**:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

**Physical Demands**:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to twist, reach, bend, push, pull, sweep, shovel, and lift. Lifting requirements include lifting various sized and shaped material from waist to chest height. Some floor to chest and overhead lifting required. Required weight range for two people ranges f

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