Lead loader vs forklift operator

Differences between lead loader and forklift operator duties and responsibilities

Lead loader example responsibilities.

• Manage Mexico border, customs paperwork, and drayage for Lear, drayage/door to door movements for Nissan.
• Move product locations using RF unit.
• Help direct other loaders during operation, ensuring accurate and efficient completion of tasks.
• Distribute work to loaders daily and keep records of production numbers for each loader.
• General warehouse duties and responsible for cleaning the work area and equipment regularly by removing empty pallets, wood and plastic.
• Operate various machines throughout warehouse following OSHA and company safety protocols.
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Forklift operator example responsibilities.

• Use automate systems and RF units to pull, put away and load customer product, in addition to managing inventory
• Position forks under, over, or around load pallets, boxes, products, and transports load to designate area.
• Transport raw materials to storage or point of production base on FIFO.
• Remove press parts from line and place into WIP locations by FIFO.
• Perform safety checks on machines; and troubleshoot problems during machine operation.
• Start working as an order selector picking orders and wrapping for shipment.
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