Fork Lift Operator bei Atkore

Forklift Operator - Kokomo, IN 1st shift ($19.24/ hr +10% quarterly incentive)

Who we are looking for:

Atkore, a recent recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification, is currently searching for a Forklift Operator to be based out of Kokomo, IN. Reporting to Logistics Supervisor, this person will be responsible for loading/unloading trucks as well as moving material throughout warehouse and production areas.

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Demonstrates Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence
• Experienced forklift driver
• Loading/unloading flatbed, conestoga, box trailers & LTL, and production lines.
• Moving material in warehouse and production areas 3’ to 48’
• Moving large dies
• Adherence to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules is paramount
• Warehouse organization, cycle counts and scanning of transfers
• Lean concept sustainment
• Standard work training, 5S requirements and verification of quality product
• Communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with strategic planning focus
• Audit and load/unload shipping orders
• Quality checking OD, gauge, length and packaging requirements
• Problem solving and support processes to improve the Commercial Metric DOTIF, Atkore’s measure of on-time delivery
• All duties as instructed by supervision

What You’ll bring:

• One-year minimum forklift, shipping, warehouse organization experience with verifiable proof
• JDE inventory system for warehouse transfers
• Basis knowledge of RF scanner inventory systems
• High school degree or GED equivalent
• Ability to distinguish various cosmetic flaws
• Lean concept sustainment & problem-solving skills
• Safety action orientated
• Strong math skills
• Ability to give verbal instruction, build positive relationships, and good organizational skills
• Flexibility of shift schedule including overtime and weekends
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing machines
• Must possess an outgoing positive attitude, be a team player and have strong work ethic
• Demonstrates Atkore Core Behaviors – Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence

Within 3 months, You’ll

• Complete required training
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role

• Developed good communication skills to apply strong manufacturing guidelines with a strategic planning focus
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!