Forklift Operator

Company Description

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 250 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model.The companys seven business segmentsleveragethe 80/20 business model to generate solid growth best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative customer-focused solutions are required.ITW delivers specializedexpertise innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth.The Sexton business fits within the ITW Drawform Division and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and after-market filter shells and is seeking a Forklift Operator that will belocatedat the Decatur AL facility.

Job Description

This Forklift Operatoris responsible forproperly loading unloading storing verifying and shipping materials inplant. The incumbent will also ensure the shipment of customer samples and finished goods receive and accurately store raw materials and packaging materials and handleadditionalincoming and outgoing shipments.

• Verify and keeprecordof incoming finished goods including product description and storage placement.

• Rotate finished goods for FIFO shipping.

• Ensure finished goods are labeled and packaged properly for shipment.

• Remain informedregardingthe current shipping schedule and key information for carrier needs.

• Pull stage verify and load finished goods onto trucks according to pick ticket and other shipping documents.

• Store ship and monitor customer sample inventory.

• Assistwith shipping smaller packages using the UPS Software system.

• Receive store and rotate raw material in addition to verifying raw material received matches all packing slips.

• Communicate any discrepancies to the Materials Coordinator and Warehouse Manager.

• Document and receive items such as packaging materials parts machinery UPS packagespaintand other raw materials and verify these items are accounted for on packing slips.

• Storeold corrugatedcardboard and load for recycling as needed.

• Maintain a clean orderly and safe warehouse by placing all materials in the proper areas.

• Perform other duties as.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

• Forklift Truck certification.

• Must be ablecompleteOSHAForklift Certification Exam.

• Able to liftapproximately 20 40 pounds on a regular basis.

Additionalinformation

• Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safetyprotocoland proceduresregardingfield operations.

• Ability to work independently manageprojectsand complete assignmentsin a timely manner.

• Self-starter; works with minimal supervision; capable of offering up and making decisions.

• Effective oralinterpersonaland written communication skills.

• Team-player with aptitude tolearnthe ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment.

• Ability tomaintainkeen vision and mental awareness while practicing careful attention to detail.

• Ability to collaborate with team members to support troubleshooting problem solving root cause analysis and related process improvement activities.

Being an employee at ITW comes with lots of benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Paid Holidays

• PTO (Vacation and Sick Pay)

• Attendance Bonus

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Medical (3 Plans) Dental and Vision Insurance

• FSA/HSA

• STD/LTD

• Life Insurance

• 401(k) (Roth/After-tax options available)

• Parental Leave

• Adoption Cost Assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Scholarship Program

• 3 for 1 gift match program

• Volunteer Match Program

• $100 credit towards safety shoes

ITW is an equalopportunityemployer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.