Forklift Driver - Weekend Shift

DSV•Spartanburg, SC

35d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is accountable for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also perform order-filling and checking duties. The role supports accurate storage, shipping, and receiving in accordance with company safety, security, and productivity standards. Associates are expected to meet performance, safety, and quality objectives and comply with corporate and site-specific policies. Responsibilities include unloading inbound shipments, moving products to storage, recording data in the warehouse management system (WMS), picking and preparing orders, checking shipment accuracy and condition, moving products between storage, staging, and production areas, and maintaining inventory records and stock rotation. The operator also maintains a clean and orderly work area, follows safety procedures and OSHA/MSDS standards, participates in safety meetings, and inspects and performs minor maintenance on equipment. Forklift certification must remain active. Other duties may include changing forklift fuel tanks, participating in physical inventories, labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, repacking, repairing pallets, and assisting with facility and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment (MHE).
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills to verify product quantities, count inventory, and perform related duties.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to adapt to change and work in a stimulating, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
1–2 years of forklift experience.
Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments safely and move products to storage locations; enter data accurately into the WMS.
Stack and store products in appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, verifying the exact number and type of products and meeting customer service standards.
Prepare freight for operations accurately and on time.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged, and report quality variances.
Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks, ensuring proper documentation accompanies freight.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and assist with warehouse security.
Follow standard operating procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards; participate in safety meetings.
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products using forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, or other powered equipment.
Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly; inspect equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to prescribed work methods and maintain active forklift certification.
Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
Change forklift fuel tanks as needed; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking; repair pallets and assist with trailers and truck bays as requested.
Perform other duties as required.