Forklift Operator Job at Saintly Edge Precision Co, Chattanooga, TN

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  • Saintly Edge Precision Co
  • Chattanooga, TN

Job Description

The Forklift Operator ensures a steady, damage‑free flow of raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished goods between receiving docks, high‑density racking, and multiple automated decoration lines (spray coating, screen printing, and labeling). Working on a fast‑paced glass‑container production floor, you will operate sit‑down counter‑balance and stand‑up reach trucks, perform basic inventory transactions in the warehouse‐management system, and uphold OSHA‑compliant material‑handling practices.

Key Responsibilities

| Area | Typical Duties || ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- || Material Movement | • Stage pallets of uncoated glass, ink, cartons, and dunnage at each production cell; shuttle cured product to the finished‑goods warehouse.

• Load and unload 53‑ft trailers using clamp attachments and powered pallet jacks. || Inventory & Data | • Scan pallet IDs and record lot numbers into the ERP/WMS terminal; complete pick lists and put‑away tasks with handheld RF scanners.

• Assist with daily cycle counts and month‑end physical inventory. || Equipment Care | • Conduct pre‑shift inspections, top off LP tanks or battery water, report defects, and coordinate with Maintenance to minimize downtime. || Safety & Housekeeping | • Follow 29 CFR 1910.178 requirements for powered‑industrial‑truck operation, including seat‑belt use, speed limits, and pedestrian‑aisle protocols.

• Support 5S initiatives: remove broken pallets, empty trash, and keep aisles clear. || Team Support | • Communicate material shortages or quality concerns to Line Leads; assist with repack or re‑stack tasks during changeovers. |

Minimum Qualifications

  • High‑school diploma or GED (trade/technical coursework a plus).

  • Valid forklift license or ability to obtain within 30 days; employer offers on‑site certification.

  • 1+ year operating sit‑down counter‑balance or reach‑truck forklifts in a manufacturing or distribution setting.

  • Familiarity with basic RF scanners or ERP/WMS screens.

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, read pallet manifests, and work in hot/cold warehouse zones.

Preferred

  • Experience handling fragile glass, food‑grade packaging, or other breakable goods.

  • Knowledge of clamp truck attachments and stretch‑wrap machines.

  • OSHA 10‑hour or PIT Train‑the‑Trainer card.

Salary info:

$16 - $21 / hr

Job Tags

Shift work,

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