Forklift Operators - 3rd shift

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

PHB Die Casting, located in Fairview, Pennsylvania, has openings for FORKLIFT OPERATORS on 3rd shift. Join a fast-paced manufacturing team where you'll play a key role in keeping production moving safely and efficiently. If you're experienced in operating a forklift in a manufacturing setting and looking for a great benefit package with low-premium medical, free dental and vision, paid, PTO and holidays, we want to hear from you!

Job duties:

• Responsible for delivering molten metal to the die cast machines
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions
• Learn color-coding associated with identifying alloys
• Operate a forklift with a bull ladle attachment safely & efficiently
• Keep forklifts supplied with fuel and oil & notify supervision when servicing is required
• Bull ladle operation requires keen eye/hand coordination
• Operators must be steady and confident as they are responsible for transporting and pouring hot molten metal - Safety is very important!
• Keep die cast machines equipped with the proper supply of metal alloy; this includes transporting hot metal to and from inspection and die cast machines, as well as filling pots with bull ladle and/or hand ladle
• Institute metal changes by bailing pots and emptying ingot molds; bailing a pot is physically demanding
• Keep all furnaces/pots well supplied and attended; this includes using proper and safe metal handling practices
• Transport equipment and supplies; moving these materials may require heavy pushing and pulling to maneuver heavy objects into place
• Place empty scrap hoppers at machines as needed; empty boxes of scrap, gates, and overflows in the inspection area as needed
• Unload incoming trucks of die casting supplies and deliver to appropriate location
• Implement all OSHA regulations including the use of all personal protective equipment

A full range of body motion is required, including bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, stepping up and down (mounting and dismounting a forklift) and wrist action. Heavy lifting is required, but assistance and mechanical devices are to be used with objects and equipment over 50 pounds.

PHB offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package.

PHB, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person