Equipment Operator (Forklift)

Readerlink Distribution Services • Marion, IL

291d • $18 - $19

About The Position

The Powered Industrial Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned electric powered material handling equipment including but not limited to: Sit Down Forklift, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Pallet Jack, Pallet Stacker and Pallet Jack to support all facets of a high-volume distribution center.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of experience in the safe and competent operation of powered industrial truck(s) in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to pass the Reader Link Powered Industrial Truck Safety & Certification training course to obtain license valid for three years.
• Basic computer skills with WMS, RF and scanning experience.
• Basic math skills, ability to count, add, and subtract numbers quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules to maintain personal safety and the safety of others including maintaining clean work areas.
• Operate electric powered sit-down electric forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks and pallet jacks in compliance with all OSHA regulations.
• Load, unload, retrieve, stack and store products in a neat, safe and productive manner.
• Transport product or supplies to designated areas to support operational needs.
• Use pallet wrapping machinery, floor scales, RF equipment, automated dock equipment and company issued utility knife.
• Perform Forklift Operator Daily Checklists on assigned equipment.
• Communicate and report any accidents, near misses or hazardous conditions to a supervisor immediately.
• Perform general housekeeping duties as needed.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external customers to effectively support operations.
• Ability to work daily overtime including weekends.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance- Starts day one
• Dental insurance- Starts day one
• Vision insurance- Starts day one
• 401k Match
• Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Employer Paid Employee Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee discount program
• Generous Book Discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods