Night Shift Forklift Driver

Go! Retail Group•New Braunfels, TX

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Driver/Operator needs to be able to operate powered industrial machinery with ease. The company and department rely on the accurate and efficient distribution of product. This role requires communication with various departments and Distribution Management in a timely and efficient manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Previous warehouse experience
Previous experience as forklift operator
Excellent physical condition and coordination.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
Completion of forklift driving course
Must be able to work at elevated heights in non-climate control environment
Must be able to lift up to 60lbs unassisted
Must pass drug screen
Great organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills
Strong communication skills both -written and verbal
Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform basic math
Excellent hand-eye coordination peripheral vision
Ability to mount and dismount Forklift/ Truck
Ability to move distances within and between location/offices
Reading- Intermediate
Writing- Intermediate
Intermediate Math Skills
Analysis/Comprehension
Judgement/Decision Making
Clerical

Nice To Haves

OSHA training is a plus

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of forklifts.
Pick, pack, check, and load products accurately on/off and to/from designated areas in the facility.
Loading, unloading, locating, moving, stacking, shipping, and tacking products and receiving warehouse items.
Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency and checks that loads are centered and properly stacked.
Securing loads to forklift before transportation.
Stretch wrapping of all outbound pallets.
Managing inventory by utilizing scanning equipment – QC of all pallets.
Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
Unload merchandise from trailers or help manually unload floor loaded containers.
Assist with receiving merchandise using android device, restacking pallets as necessary.
Work as a team to load and unload materials.
Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular inspections.
Safe operation of all lift truck(s) equipment procedures.
Maintain a safe working environment, adhering to safety standards, and follows safety rules, plus good departmental housekeeping.
Able to understand computer applications and scanning procedures.
Meets performance standards for production and quality assurance, plus adhering to production schedules, stay motivated to accomplish tasks timely and efficiently.
Cross training to assist in other areas of department or distribution center.
Willing to take on new job responsibilities.
Other duties as assigned.