Forklift Operator - 3rd shift

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Sika AG

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Gastonia, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating standup and sit-down forklifts to load and unload trucks and stage work-in-progress parts. They must also ensure all materials are properly labeled, QA approved, and handled in compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

You have experience operating both standup and sit-down forklifts, with knowledge of warehouse processes like loading, unloading, and proper labeling. You are computer literate, able to read and write, and possess basic math skills, preferably with some manufacturing experience and a high school diploma or GED.

Must Have Skills for ATS

forklift

computer literate

metric system

Job Description

Company Description

About Sika

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description

Shift hours - 10:00pm - 6:30am, Sunday - Thursday with some Friday nights.

  • Able to operate both standup and sit-down forklifts.
  • Load and unload trucks as needed.
  • Band and/or wrap parts to pallets or racks.
  • Ensure part pallets, containers and racks are labeled properly and QA approved stamped before loading into truck.
  • Stage WIP parts into kitting rack; Stage WIP sheets into OLP racks; Stage WIP parts stackable racks into Repack
  • Complies with all organization’s policies, SOPs and WIs; Hold team mates accountable as well.
  • Continuously look for areas or processes to improve.
  • Serve all team members, listen to understand, resolve issues at the lowest level; escalate if assistance is needed
  • All other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3 months-1 year related manufacturing experience
  • Knowledge of metric system, computer literate, able to operate a forklift, and able to read and write
  • previous forklift experience

Additional Information

Perks & Benefits

  • 401k with Generous Company Match 
  • Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid time off, paid holidays
  • Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
  • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
  • Education Assistance
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

  • Global Contract type: Permanent
  • Region: Americas
  • Area: Automotive/Industry Americas
  • Global Department: Manufacturing
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    Sika AG

    Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. On Sika's LinkedIn page we share our most important corporate news and job openings, as well as a broad mix of content from our Sika subsidiaries around the world. Your Career at Sika: https://www.sika.com/en/career.html Privacy Notice: https://www.sika.com/en/footer/privacy-notice.html
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