Forklift Driver - Quality Aluminum Acquisition LLC

Summary: The main goal of the Forklift Driver is to ensure efficient material flow by keeping operations stocked with materials by performing the following duties. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Transport material by utilizing a Hilo safely throughout facility.
• Facilitate production based on daily schedules and priority levels as assigned by supervision.
• Maintain in depth product knowledge. Codes, weights, thickness, storage location, type of metal (aluminum, steel, etc.)
• Retain basic knowledge of material usage (gauge, width, color etc.) of each machine.
• Manage input by monitoring material levels per machine capacity.
• Complete daily Hilo check-in/pre-use inspection. Logging results to remain compliant.
• Communicate status and needs between material handlers, machine operators and supervision.
• Maintain a high level of organization and cleanliness by utilizing 5s standards.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained by watching for product defects of raw and finished goods. Report to corresponding supervisor.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance at QAP facility.
• Maintain a high level of organization and cleanliness by utilizing 5s standards.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Any additional job assigned by management.

Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Customer Focus
Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Integrity and Trust
Is widely trusted; is seen as direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent himself/herself for personal gain.

Peer Relationships
Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can represent his/her interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with minimum noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trusts and support of peers; encourages collaboration

Drive for Results
Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.

Functional/Technical Skills
Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.

Written Communications
Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

Time Management
Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; gets more done in less time than others; can attend to a broader range of activities. Informing Provides the information people need to know to do their jobs; provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information.

Education and/or Experience
Less than high school education; or one month to three months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language/Reasoning Ability/Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, count in simple units of measurement and or whole numbers. Ability to read, write and speak basic English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to fill out production reports and follow production schedules.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Ability to earn and maintain hilo license. Must follow all OSHA standards and regulations.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You must notify the company if such an accommodation is needed. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for most of the 8 hour shift. Must have the ability to use hands to handle, grab, lift, pull or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to navigating pedestrian traffic. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, cold and rain weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is high. The use of hearing protections is encouraged. We also require steel toed shoes and protective eyewear at all times in the plant.

What we offer

Health & Welfare

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
• Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
• Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
• Hybrid & remote work opportunities available

Community & Personal Development

• Donation matching and time off to volunteer
• Educational reimbursement

About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.