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Team Manager

Summary

The Forklift Operator utilizes forklifts or tractors equipped to move materials around the manufacturing plant, storage yard, or similar locations. Responsibilities include moving Meridian products, loading and unloading trucks, moving items as part of minor maintenance work, supporting control measures with proper inventory documentation, and adhering to safety compliance regulations.

Core Competencies
Quality Orientation
Time Management
Creativity and Creative Thinking
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving
Accountability and Dependability
Research and Analysis
Decision-Making and Judgment
Operating Equipment
Providing Consultation
Ethics and Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Mathematical Reasoning
Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations
Mediating and Negotiating
Coaching and Mentoring
Communication
Energy and Stress Management
Teamwork

Job Duties
Operate lifting devices such as forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks
Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, racks and lifting devices
Accurately ship and receive products
Support inventory control with accurate documentation
Complete time sheets




Follow all workplace safety policies and compliance regulations
Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment
Accurately weigh and document materials
Provide production data on tags or labels
Move production materials to required areas
Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Requirements
High School diploma, GED or equivalent
Forklift Safety Training certificate
Experience with routine maintenance operations
Flexibility and solid interpersonal skills to effectively work in a diverse working environment
Effective verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Solid attention to details
Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically and professionally at all times
Professional appearance and manners
Robust work ethics and a positive team attitude
Physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs

Working Conditions
Use of desktop computer and peripherals
Overtime as required
Exposure to construction sites

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., supports employees and candidates by providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

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