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FORKLIFT OPERATOR
full-time•Phoenix
About this role
ABOUT ITC MANUFACTURING:
Our Why: Pride in Every Weld. Our purpose is simple - to build trust with relentless quality and to empower every person by turning hard work into lasting opportunity.
Our Mission: We engineer and manufacture precision wire mesh solutions that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance. By aligning our expertise with each customer’s specific needs, we build trust through consistent delivery, proven durability, and pride in every weld.
Our Core Values:
- Craftsmanship – We take pride in precision and quality - every mesh we make reflects our skill and standards.
- Care – We value people and processes, protecting safety, promoting sustainability, and creating satisfaction at every step.
- Trust – We build lasting relationships through consistent quality, transparency, and reliability.
- Accountable – We own our work, honor our commitments, and deliver results you can count on.
- Empower – We grow together, investing in people and partners to innovate, improve, and lead with confidence.
Our Perks & Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Paid vacation time, sick and holiday pay
- 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match
- $5,000 undergraduate & $15,000 graduate annual tuition reimbursement
SHIFT: 2nd Shift Monday - Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am
SUMMARY
Responsible for servicing of all production materials within the plant. Maintain records of material to ensure inventory records remain current and accurate. Assist production as needed. Responsible for loading/unloading pallets of finished products to and from manufacturing facility, storing received pallets in appropriate locations, and staging complete orders and preparing them for loading.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform safety inspection and complete forklift inspection before operating forklift.
- Continuously operating a forklift, moving materials throughout the plant.
- Make sure all pallets are secured, shrink wrapped, and strapped properly.
- Stage complete orders and prepare for loading.
- Perform final check when loading pallets in accordance with safety regulations.
- Assist in unloading finished product from production facility.
- Store received pallets in appropriate locations.
- Keep work areas clean and organized.
- Comply with safety policies.
- Assist with cycle counts.
- Assist with general warehouse duties.
- Maintain safe work practices and environment.
- Communicate as necessary with coworkers and supervisors.
- Additional duties as assigned by leads, coordinator, and management.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 3 years' experience operating a sit-down propane forklift.
- Proven experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
- Knowledge of safety regulations when operating a forklift.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficient in English to follow verbal and written instructions and safety policies.
- Must be able to use a tape measure.
- Heavy lifting (up to 60 pounds), bending, and stooping are required.
- Punctuality a must.
- Able to use an RF Scanner and general understanding of shop-floor control systems.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing safety-sensitive environment.
- Knowledge of inventory management systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
What you'll do
- The forklift operator is responsible for servicing production materials, maintaining inventory records, and assisting production as needed. Key tasks include loading and unloading pallets, staging orders, and ensuring safety compliance.
About ITC Manufacturing
ITC Manufacturing is the largest wire fabricator in the western United States. With 2 Manufacturing facilities, Phoenix, Arizona and Columbus, Ohio. We have over 1 million square feet of manufacturing facilities and produce a wide variety of wire products while specializing in decking, shelving, and custom wire applications. Using only top quality materials, extensive testing procedures and a fully automated plant, ITC continues to be the leader in high quality and competitive wire products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a FORKLIFT OPERATOR do at ITC Manufacturing?
As a FORKLIFT OPERATOR at ITC Manufacturing, you will: the forklift operator is responsible for servicing production materials, maintaining inventory records, and assisting production as needed. Key tasks include loading and unloading pallets, staging orders, and ensuring safety compliance..
Is the FORKLIFT OPERATOR position at ITC Manufacturing remote?
The FORKLIFT OPERATOR position at ITC Manufacturing is based in Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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