Sit-Down Forklift Operator (Blue Bird South - Ft. Valley)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate electric or propane PITs
• Update inventory transactions utilizing hand held bar code scanners
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds by hand
• Will count and separate parts as needed

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate within standard operating procedures and job safety analysis
• Communicate with supervisors and other team members throughout their shift to ensure daily tasks are clear
• Attend daily safety department meetings
• Good hand eye coordination
• Notify Cell Leaders when issues arise
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

EDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass Blue Bird PIT Certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Previous PIT experience required
• Must pass criminal background check, drug screen, and physical

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Fast-paced environment with moving objects, sharp edges, and congested working areas
• Work inside and outside a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and fumes
• Will be pushing, pulling, kneeling, reaching overhead, grasping, and lifting up to 50 pounds

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:

• Must perform other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Must meet established attendance policy and work overtime when required
• Must complete annual Fork Lift Certification Training Program
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Practice good housekeeping
• Must meet established quality and production standards

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Blue Bird’s winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment. We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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