Forklift Driver, 1st Shift Mon-Friday

DSV•Roanoke, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The role is accountable for safe and efficient equipment operation and may also include order-filling and checking duties. The operator supports accurate storage, shipping, and receiving of products in accordance with safety, security, and productivity standards. Associates are expected to meet performance, safety, and quality objectives and comply with corporate and site-specific policies. The work includes receiving and putting away inbound product; picking and preparing orders for shipment; checking shipments for accuracy and damage; moving products to production lines or staging docks; maintaining inventory records and stock rotation; keeping the warehouse clean and secure; and operating and inspecting forklifts and other powered equipment. Additional site duties may include changing forklift fuel tanks, physical inventory, labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, repacking, pallet repair, and maintenance of trailers, truck bays, buildings, grounds, and equipment. The position is full-time, first shift, Monday through Friday, in Northlake, Illinois. The stated expected base pay is $23.25 annually; the posting does not provide a lower end of a pay range. Actual compensation is determined by job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

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 product-handling 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.
Ability to maintain an active forklift certification.

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, move products to storage locations, and enter data accurately into the warehouse management system (WMS).
Stack and store products in the appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct quantities and products are loaded and shipped.
Perform picking duties efficiently to meet customer service standards and prepare freight 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, orderly, and secure warehouse work area.
Comply with standard operating procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards; participate in safety meetings.
Use forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, or other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials.
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 an 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 trailer and truck-bay repairs as requested.
Perform other duties as required.