Forklift Coordinator

Chewy Fulfillment Centers•Reno, NV

4d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Chewy is looking for a Forklift Coordinator to join our Learning Team based in the Reno, NV Fulfillment Center. The ideal candidate must have the “knowledge, training, and experience” to train others on how to safely operate powered industrial trucks in the employer’s workplace. The successful candidate will be accountable to train forklift truck operators, organize and administer operator competency tests, issue operator trained certifications, maintain all records of training in accordance with regulated requirements, perform and track audits on forklift trained warehouse associates.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months training experience required; forklift training experience preferred
Proficiency in computer usage, email, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
Understanding of fulfillment/distribution center/warehouse processes and flow
Well-developed observational and analytical skills
Effective verbal and written communications skills
Strong skills developing relationships across all levels and functions
Able to work flexible schedules/shifts as needed for 7-day operation
Proven skills for planning daily/weekly tasks and adapting to competing demands
Strong skills developing relationships across all levels and functions

Responsibilities

Train and certify all personnel on safe operation of all equipment, including powered fork equipment
Implement and enforce all OSHA and warehouse rules and regulations related to Powered Industrial Equipment (PIT)
Continually add value to training material through comprehensive evaluation
Continually implement machine specific training plan and programs
Facility audits
Engaging team members to build and maintain safety as part of the culture
Ability to prioritize job tasks and duties
Instruct, examine and issue certification
Oversee practical training and testing
Prioritize safety and accident prevention
Perform Practical applications of PIT training
Teach truck familiarization and principles of PIT operation
Perform Audits on PIT trained warehouse associates
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

20% Chewy.com Discount
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA (eligibility on the 1st of the month following date of hire)
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) with company matching
Wellness benefits through Wellbeing @Chewy
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off: Team members are eligible to accrue up to 80 hours of PTO their first year
Subsidized child, adult, and pet backup care through Care.com
Discounts on many items through the LifeMart Discount platform
The option to sign up for Payactiv’s Earned Wage Access program and access a portion of the money you’ve already earned, before your regular payday!
Opportunity for wage increases starting after 3-months of service
Referral Bonuses - $500 per referral
We offer different types of insurance, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.
Non-exempt hourly team members accrue paid time off (PTO) subject to manager approval. Non-exempt hourly team members in Fulfillment Centers and Customer Service are also eligible for additional unplanned unpaid time off (UTO). Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.