Southwire Forklift Operator
Company: Southwire
Location: Hawesville
Posted on: August 6, 2022
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Job Description:
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is
one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire
and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable,
metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire
products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies
assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are
proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition
reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven
decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our
determination to developing innovative systems and solutions,
exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of
our communities. How will you power what's possible? Compensation
DataLocation: Hawesville, KYShift: Floating (Days, Nights,
Weekdays, and Weekends)Compensation: $21.51 - $22.34Forklift
Operator - Hawesville, KYPRIMARY FUNCTION:Moves product from
production areas to the warehouse. Enters cable into inventory and
completes packaging. Maintains warehouse organization and
housekeeping. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Moves product
to scales, completes product packaging, enters package weights and
other information into the computer for transaction into inventory
if required. Moves cable and/ or rod coils to proper disposition
areas in the warehouse and scans into area for inventory control.
Checks product for possible non-conformance pertaining to packaging
and damage, and reports any problems to Supervisor. Completes a
rework tag on non-conformance product if already entered inventory
and then places product in assigned non-conformance areas.Organizes
warehouse to maintain order and prevent damage.Performs weekly
inventory of assigned packaging supplies.Works on reel
lagging.Inspects all equipment used to ensure safe operation and
prevent product damage.Reports all incidents related to damaged
property and safety.Checks hold and kick out areas a minimum of
once per shift. Moves any disposition material to proper
locations.Keep scales area and warehouse areas in a clean and safe
manner. Occasional Work Requirements:Cleans general plant,
including sweeper operation.Assists Shipping Clerks as time allows,
or as directed.Performs other duties as assigned when required.
SAFETY RULES:Wears all required safety equipment.Reports all safety
violations and hazards to Supervisor and/ or Manager.Works in a
safe manner to prevent accidents.Never operates equipment that is
not working properly or has safety features missing. Always reports
defective or improperly operating equipment. Tools and
Equipment:ForkliftsOverhead craneScannersNail gunsBandersComputer
Material Handled:Aluminum rod and/ or cable productsPackaging
supplies Source of Supervision: Department Supervisors.Direction
Exercised: None Skills and Abilities Required:Communicates
effectively. Works effectively as a team member. Ability to operate
a forklift and other mobile equipment. Ability to lift and push
material and packaging required by warehouse task. General
Requirements:Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is
required. Additional technical education or training is
preferred.Experience: Material handling or other relatable
experience and previous forklift operation is preferred.Southwire
is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Southwire, Evansville , Southwire Forklift Operator, Professions , Hawesville, Indiana
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