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TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Distribution Warehouse in Phoenix, Arizona. The forklift Operator drives gasoline, liquefied gas, or electric powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials.

Essential job functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Move levers and press pedals to drive truck and control movement of the lifting apparatus
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting devices
• Weigh materials or products and record weight on tags, labels, or production schedules
• Manually load or unload materials on/off pallets, skids, or lifting devices
• Lubricate truck, recharge batteries, fill fuel tank, and replace liquefied gas tanks
• Perform daily pre-operation inspection of forklifts
• Conduct inventory of goods/materials and supply workers with materials as needed
• Sweep and clean designated areas in the office and warehouse
• Transport products to and from remote storage areas
• Other duties may be assigned

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to position himself/herself to operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and/or or maintain heavy plant equipment. This may require climbing stairs/ladders, bending, kneeling, crawling, squatting and/or stooping. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and may occasionally lift or move heavier objects with assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work around moving mechanical parts, at elevated heights, where dust and fumes could be present in the air, with or in proximity to chemicals, in hot environments, around electrical equipment, and in a loud environment. The employee must have the ability to understand and mitigate these and other risks, including by following all prescribed safety rules, and must have the ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, if necessary.

In addition to competitive wages, TAMKO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other valuable benefits.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work expected. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required and is subject to change at any time based on business needs.

About TAMKO
TAMKO Building Products LLC is one of the nation's largest independent manufacturers of residential and commercial roofing products, waterproofing products, and related building materials. Headquartered in Galena, Kansas, TAMKO has been committed to innovation, quality, and customer service for over 80 years. Our success is driven by our people — individuals who take pride in their work, share an ownership mindset, and are dedicated to delivering excellence. At TAMKO, we strive to foster a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and succeed.

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