About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates power industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The role is accountable for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also include order-filling and checking duties. The operator supports accurate storage, shipping, and receiving of products while meeting company standards for safety, security, productivity, and quality. Associates must follow corporate and site-specific policies and may be assigned a range of warehouse, equipment, and facility duties.

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 RF scanners and WMS functions.
  • English reading, writing, and verbal 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 thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to maintain an active forklift certification.

Nice To Haves

  • 1–2 years of experience working 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 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; report quality variances.
  • Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks and ensure required documentation accompanies freight.
  • Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
  • Maintain a clean, 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.
  • Use forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, and 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, trailers, and truck bays as requested; help maintain a clean and safe facility; perform other duties as required.
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