Forklift / Material Handler - stone slabs

San Diego CA

Description

Our Stone/Granite Shop fabricates custom stone and granite for residential and commercial projects. The primary purpose of this position is to move and organize slabs with forklift to stage machines with material ready for production, receive and inspect all material being delivered, assist with unloading the cut pieces off the tables, labeling each piece with job information and moving leftover remnant slabs in the slab yard using inventory organization. PRIMARY DUTIES include but not limited to: • Constantly reviewing the fabrication schedule to know what material needs to get ready to cut on the machines and use the boom forklift to transport material and stage them accordingly on the A-Frame assigned for each machine (the Baca RoboSaw and Bridge Saw) • Unload delivery trucks: o Using industry knowledge and experience with stone slabs, inspect material before each slab is taken off the truck for obvious defects (cracks, broken pieces, color problems, or other types of defects); o Review and match the material with OUR paperwork and the delivery paperwork to ensure that all three elements match and resolve immediately and discrepancies before signing; o Using industry knowledge and experience carefully operate the boom forklift to unload the material off the delivery truck and transport material in an organized fashion in the slab yard o Document material location and provide the information for inventory • Being readily available to unload the RoboSaw tables with the cut materials (with minimal waiting time): o Accurately label each and every piece of material with the required information (job name, job number, number of pieces, etc.) o Move JOB material off table and onto cart to transport to next fabrication station o Move remaining REMNANT material off table accurately labeling all pieces (job name, job number, date, color of material, etc.) as well as maintaining accurate inventory of measurements and inventory location in slab yard • Other prep duties may include hosing off the slabs • Complete checklist and other paperwork necessary of assignments given accurately, completely and turned in promptly • Forklift Inspections: o Perform daily forklift inspections and completing the required forms o Perform minor regular maintenance of the forklift and logging the activity o Change the propane tanks when necessary and ensuring enough quantity is readily available to change out (never have all empty propane tanks and can’t operate the forklift – preplan to ensure if we need to schedule fill service that happens before run out) o Coordinating mechanical repairs of the forklift • Assist purchasing department put supplies away • Other stone shop and/or forklift operation assignments as assigned RESPONSIBILITIES include but not limited to: Moving and maneuvering stone slabs is dangerous. Stone Slabs weigh 700 lbs up to 1500 lbs per slab. The forklift operator is responsible not only for the material but more importantly human safety and will be held accountable including but not limited to: • SAFE Operations of the forklift adhering to all forklift safety features and safe operations. • Provide CLEAR & SAFE communication with the material spotter. • Communicate effectively and safely with the delivery drivers. • Wear applicable PPE and enforce PPE upon anyone spotting the material. • Apply industry knowledge to safely maneuver stone slabs to prevent material damage, property damage and injuries. • Adhere to the Company’s certification and training programs. • Being aware of delivery trucks coming and going in the slab yard as well as our installation trucks coming and going. REQUIREMENTS (not limited to): • Must have at least two years with forklift operations and material handling preferably with operating a boom forklift • Must have at least one year in stone industry necessary for educated inspection of material • Must have Understand of the hazards working with heavy material, adhering to all safety standards and taking extreme caution • Able to perform and complete tasks promptly, accurately and with little supervision • Must be completely proactive with staying ahead of production • Work effectively individually and as well as work effectively as a team • Must demonstrate being reliable and dependable • Must be accountable for job duties, responsibilities to ensure minimal errors • Must demonstrate extreme caution and with the utmost care when handling material to prevent injuries to self and others as well as prevent material damage • Focus and pay close attention to performing duties safely at all times • Must be able to communicate effectively is essential for safety (speaking, hearing, comprehending) • Must maintain forklift certification ABOUT THIS POSITION: • Monday thru Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm with mandatory daily overtime. • Some mandatory Saturdays as scheduled. • Full-time, direct hire, non-exempt. • Array of benefits available including medical, dental, life, supplemental insurance plans, FSA, 401K, sick, vacation, holiday. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Position is a labor position with many physical requirements in order to perform the essential functions of the job and is not limited to: Constant: use of vision; Frequent: hearing, speaking, comprehending; Frequent: standing, walking, lifting/carrying; bending, reaching and stooping; Frequent: use hands and arms to lift, carry materials, grasp and operate forklift, material handling, writing, etc; Frequent: use of back and legs to lift, carry materials, stand and walk including on uneven ground; bending and twisting at waist; aware of and working around tripping hazards such as racks while performing tasks safely; Frequent: lift/push/pull and carry heavy material approx. 50 lbs without assistance and with assistance of buddy system average rate of weight approx. 50 lbs per person; Active job duties cannot be performed in sitting position; Occasional: kneeling; squatting; Frequent: exposure to dust; Frequent: able to wear applicable safety gear at all times while performing work including but not limited to: safety-toed work boots, long pants, safety glasses, hard hat, cut level gloves, and particulate respirator when working in the stone shop and with dust, etc. California Crafted Marble, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are looking to fill this position immediately. TO APPLY: Email your completed and updated resume. OR if no resume, apply in person: Monday – Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm: 9366 ABRAHAM WAY SANTEE, CA 92071