Forklift Operator/ Inventory Control (Safford, AZ)

Build your career here with CTI - Forklift Operators Wanted!

This dual role combines the responsibilities of a Forklift Operator and Inventory Control, ensuring efficient and safe site operations. The duties involve receiving, unloading/loading Methionine and other non-hazmat material on a flatbed, secured and protected from moisture. As a Forklift Operator, you will be communicating with dispatch to assure loads are being met and product is being inventoried. Maintaining worksite and equipment cleanliness and ensuring operational efficiency. 

The operator may perform a variety of other tasks relating to the shipment of products. It is expected that the employee will have the ability to understand and follow operating procedures and policies for CTI and the customer, Freeport McMoran Morenci.

Worksite Location: Safford Terminal, AZ

Hourly: $19/hr - $23/hr DOE 

Quarterly Safety Bonus

Boot Reimbursements

Benefits Package:

• Paid Orientation
• Weekly pay
• Direct Deposit
• Quarterly Safety BONUS
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday pay
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability benefits
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Match
• Safety Boot Program

Job Requirements:

• Valid Driver License
• At least 18 years of age
• Forklift certificate and 6-months forklift experience preferred; Less experience will be considered on individual basis and may require an extended training period
• Inventory control, preferred 
• Mechanical abilities to troubleshoot and isolate malfunctions, preferred
  
• Clean driving record with no more than 2 moving violations within the previous 3 years
• No major moving violations within the last 5 years
• Half Face Respirator to seal
  
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose & repair
• Successfully pass a controlled substance test for pre-employment purposes
  
• Authorized access to mine site properties

Essential Duties

• Inspect, maintain and operate forklift and off-loading ramp safely
• Unload box van of sacked material and place in storage containers
• Sign for loads, organize storage to facilitate First-In First-Out (FIFO)
• Maintain inventory control and report to appropriate departments (external & internal dept.)
• Collect, organize and store received shipping labels and documents
• Inspect and operate a commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) for yard use only, perform drop and hooks on trailers as needed
• Inspect flatbed trailers for serviceability, document and report discrepancies to shop on Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR)
• Secure loads with cargo straps and edge protection, tarp and secure with bungie cords
• General Bill of Lading (BOL)
• Communicate with CTI distribution group when load is complete and ready for transport
• Identify and report any spills or damage to commodity; clean up and properly coordinate disposal
• Utilize Microsoft office: Excel, Teams and Outlook

Abilities and Skills

• Physically demanding work outside at all times and be on your feet for extended periods
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required while performing tasks 
• Clearly communicate verbally, as well as electronically with railroad operators and CTI Inc. personnel Radio and text/e-mail in the English language
• Make quick decisions and react efficiently and safely
• Varying work hours with 8-10 hour shifts at least 5 days a week
• Ability to inspect, maintain and operate forklift
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, push and or move up to 80 lbs
• Twisting, stretching, reaching, squatting, crawling on hands and knees & kneeling
• Consistent climbing of stairs and/or ladders, being hoisted in the air, working at elevations of 20 feet above the ground. 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) requirements:

PPE is required and must be worn in accordance with company policy and the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for each work site. PPE is typically issued by our safety department and may include but is not limited to:

•             Hard hat with face shield

•             Goggles/Spoggles

•             Gloves

•             Long sleeve shirt

•             Reflective vest

•             Hearing protection

•             Respirator Mask (varies according to the work site)

•             Steel toe boots (not supplied by CTI)

Respirators: CTI employees are required to wear a full and/or half-mask respirator for any job task that requires a respirator. Respirators (PPE) are distributed by CTI and are used to protect employees from those occupational hazards caused by breathing contaminated air (harmful dust, fogs, fumes, mists, gases, smokes, sprays, or vapors). All CTI employees who are required to wear a respirator must be clean-shaven daily and in compliance with respirator protocols at all times.

Job description is available upon request.This is a safety-sensitive position.

Compensation practices are subject to Company policy and may be adjusted based on business and operational needs.

CTI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTI promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment and ongoing random testing. Applicants for this position will be required to undergo a drug test, which includes screening for marijuana and other prohibited substances. Please note that while marijuana may be legal under state law, it is not permitted for safety-sensitive positions at CTI, Inc. A positive test result will disqualify you from consideration for this role.

Company policy could disqualify an applicant who has certain criminal history from employment in particular positions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. To request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources office.