Hourly Rate per Union Contract:

• Trainee: $20.61
• 3 Month Rate: $21.02
• After 6 Months: $21.30

Work Hours: Monday - Thursday 2:30PM- 12:30AM

Purpose: Individuals in this position perform a variety of plant duties related to the operation of the forklift equipment to move glass products and supply raw materials.

Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Obtain and maintain good standing of Tru Vue Forklift Operation License. Operate forklift truck to bring materials to and from the production departments, noting quantities and assuring proper product. Staging materials in proper locations is critical. Move material to be stored to proper locations. Move finished goods to be shipped to proper shipping location. Perform housekeeping duties which include glass cullet and trash removal around working areas as required. Maintain forklift in safe operational condition through daily review and noting deficiencies to the department supervisor. Load and unload material/product from trucks. May secure product to pallets by stretch wrapping pallets or plastic banding. Generate and document continuous improvement and elimination of waste suggestions in the established manner. Learn, understand, and follow documented work procedures. Interact and function effectively in a team environment.

The above responsibilities represent the major tasks assigned to an employee of this job title. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks. Therefore, on occasion, employees may perform other related tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

(Include education, experience, special skills and licenses or certifications required.)

Education and Experience: (minimum requirements)

High School education or equivalency preferred Two years work experience in manufacturing/warehouse/distribution environment required Two to three years forklift experience required Some computer knowledge required Ability to read English required for reading work instructions, material requirements Basic math skills Basic awareness of factory safety Interpersonal skills necessary to work in team environment

Environmental and Atmospheric Conditions

These conditions are representative the manufacturing areas;

• Batching operation where chemicals are blended; area is enclosed and has exhaust.
• Paper/cardboard is handled; dust/dirt from wrappings and products may be present.
• Ambient temperature varies (heat and cold).
• Manufacturing is a Hearing Conservation Area; noise level is between 85 and 89.9 decibels.

Working Conditions:

Safety is of utmost concern in the work environment because of moving machinery and products that are sharp. Everyone is required to abide by Plant Safety Rules.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

PPE such as steel toe boots/shoes are worn, Safety Glasses, hearing protection, and Kevlar sleeves, Kevlar gloves, Cain Mesh aprons as needed, and other devices are worn to protect Personal from hazards during the performance of work.

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. For specific lifting, pushing and pulling thresholds for this position, please see HR.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit while operating a powered industrial lift truck. Walking and standing are generally minimal unless use of a stand up truck is required than standing would be frequent. Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls is also frequent. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear and reach with hands and arms. This position is defined as medium to heavy work by the Department of Labor. The following physical abilities are required to perform the task:

• Lifting < 50 pounds at a time, frequent lifting/carrying objects weighting up to 25 pounds.
• Good deal of sitting. Head and neck will be in the sitting position with frequent flexing and rotation. Visual acuity of 20/20-30, with or without corrected vision.
• Pushing/pulling of arms and ability to grasp with both hands; fine manipulation, simple and firm.
• Bending, stooping and crouching at times as required.
• Use of the right foot to operate foot control.
• Visual acuity and depth perception is a must for operation of powered industrial trucks.

Communication Expectations:

The position routinely requires verbal and written communication in English in order to complete the daily business requirements. Verbal communications include, but are not limited to: team meetings, work instructions to team members, communications with peers and management, and safety instructions. Written communications include, but are not limited to: department paperwork, project updates, safety walkthroughs, continuous improvement projects, and communications with peers, and management.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.