Job Description

Description:

Wright Manufacturing, Inc. (WMI), an award-winning producer of commercial grade lawn equipment, is looking for an experienced

Forklift Operator

to join our Internal Logistics Team.



This is a full-time, non-exempt position, earning overtime at time and one half for hours worked over 40 hours per week. Schedule is typically

Monday through Friday 4:00pm to 12:30am

. Occasional work on Saturdays may be needed as workflows dictate.

Opportunity for overtime is available but not guaranteed

Starting between $21-23 per hour (including shift differential)

Primary Duties include:

Operate LP sit-down forklift to support our Crating Line (sit down forklift) Manage Finished Goods inventory for your shift Respond to radio calls from Group Leaders and Team Leaders to perform forklift duties as requested (stand up/sit down forklift) Ensure proper FIFO inventory processes are followed always Daily inspection of Toyota forklift Waste stream management- transport cardboard, empty pallets, wood scrap, etc. to proper locations and process accordingly (baling, transporting product outside) Inventory Control/stocking home locations for assigned aisles (mostly stand up forklift) Assist in 5S Methodology (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and manage warehouse housekeeping assignments Assist with special projects and rework as necessary Contribute to and participate in Kaizen projects to improve Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost

Requirements:

Qualified candidates for the role of Electric Forklift Operator should be able to demonstrate:

Extensive sit-down forklift experience required within a fast-paced manufacturing environment Stand up forklift experience a huge plus RF Equipment experience a plus Strong attention to detail Consistent work history Ability to work in an environment that is not climate controlled Ability to work in a moderate to high noise level environment Excellent attendance record Ability to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance Positive, team player attitude Strong, independent work ethic Good organizational skills

WMI is committed to cross-training and inter-department personnel movements. In the last year alone we have been able to promote almost 10% of our workforce into higher level roles.

Wright Manufacturing is proud to offer our

Forklift Operators

the following benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Paid

Life Insurance and long-term disability Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts/Dependent Care Savings Accounts 401(k) with a

company match of up to 4%

of your contribution with full vesting upon eligibility

Paid Leave

accrued weekly based on hours worked at approximately

80 hours per year

40 Hours of SSL

(Safe and Sick Leave) per year

8 PAID Holidays

Voluntary Short-term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance Weekly pay checks Training and cross training Frequent opportunity for overtime paid at time and one half Pride in our Team and our Products

Candidates must be able to pass a Forklift skill assessment.

Due to the volume of applications received only those applicants identified for the interview process will be contacted.

We work hard and care deeply. Why? Because quality matters. Our customers depend on our team to build a quality product.

At Wright Manufacturing, Inc. we are "More than just a mower"... Find out why at

www.wrightmfg.com

WMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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