Hoist Operator 2/Forklift - 1st Shift

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible for efficient and timely staging, loading and shipping of prepared mailings to guarantee proper quality and compliance with Company policy and USPS requirements.
•  Properly unload trucks of incoming material. Responsible for safe operations of powered industrial equipment at all times.  Load trucks with finished goods; following trailer sheets and transportation manager’s directions.
•  Responsible for posting all raw materials in and out of the warehouse on the computerized tracking system.

 Additionally fulfills the duties of a Hoist Operator 1 as required.                               

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Forklift Operations:  Performs shipping scheduling and manages daily work assignments to prioritize loads and ensure accuracy for shipment to USPS.  Weighs as required and put in proper location all raw materials. Follows all company guidelines.  Unloads trucks with raw materials in a timely and cost effective manner.  Coordinates the daily work routine of shipping operations, to include procedure compliance, and material handling priorities.  Performs job functions utilizing company equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ensures all deliveries are made in accordance with contract terms.   Provides accurate route delivery information and any independent contract carrier issues. 
• Organizational:  Works closely with machine leads and site supervision, to manage raw materials to ensure continuous production of finished products.  Utilizes the Oracle Transportation system to properly generate required shipping and postal documentation.  Implements and maintains all components of the Postage Payment Elective agreement (PPE) to comply with Postal regulations in the shipping of standard mail.  Provides material handlers with PIC list identifying location of stored client material and available locations for storage.  Monitors the orderliness of the warehouse raw material storage areas and takes action as needed to maintain proper organization.  Assists in the location of excess material identified by the Client Services Department.  Ensures disposition of copy when the Client Services department receives the information entered.  Notifies appropriate personnel if there are major variances of client copy.
• Administrative:   Enters receiving information into computer systems and prepare reports.  Performs good housekeeping techniques at the job site areas, properly handling paper waste and debris, and the removal of all potential safety hazards from the general area.  Performs complete physical inventories of material as required by procedures and prepare reports.  Develops good rapport with postal personnel assigned to the facility.  Provides orientation to new employees, to include safety practices training.  Monitors the quality of operator reports, to include piece weights and weight verification calculations.  Investigates any issues detected in these reports or other receiving documents.  Responds to inquiries from other departments regarding the receipt of information on a priority basis. Other duties as assigned. 
• Responsible for training and supporting new and existing team members.

Experience / Skills / Abilities:

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Associate’s degree (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE

• 1- 3 years  related experience required.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: (Powered Industrial Truck Certification)

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Knowledge of USPS shipping requirements and company transportation, production & receiving procedures.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively utilizing the English language preferred.

EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE UTILIZED

• Basic computer software experience such as Microsoft Office Suite and various Warehouse/Transportation/Inventory systems.
• Forklift
• Oracle Transportation System

COMMUNICATION AND CONTACTS

Communicate with other production team members.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 50lbs, twist, stand, walk, reach, and grip/ grasp throughout the shift. Employees are also required to lift up to 50lbs, squat, and kneel occasionally. Lastly, employees require the ability to work in a fast-paced environment (varying upon equipment).
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne dust, paper particles, and industrial lift trucks. All work environments that exceed OSHA's standard on noise levels require associates to wear the hearing protection that is provided. Disclaimer: Weight requirements may vary by location. Please contact HR Business Partner for further details.

The rate of pay for this role at the noted RRD location is $20.00 / hour. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans