Forklift Driver, Distribution Center
About The Position
The Forklift Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently moving, storing, loading, and unloading products within the distribution center. The position operates forklifts and reach trucks, maintains accurate inventory locations, supports receiving, replenishment, and order fulfillment, and helps ensure customer orders are prepared accurately and on time. The role requires a strong commitment to forklift safety, attention to detail, teamwork, and compliance with Company policies and standard operating procedures. The Forklift Driver also supports a clean, organized, and productive warehouse environment and communicates inventory or safety concerns to leadership.
Requirements
- Maintain a current forklift operator certification.
- Successfully complete forklift recertification in accordance with Company policy.
- Follow safety standards for lifting, bending, pushing, and pulling.
- Maintain a positive attitude toward cross-training.
- Demonstrate a commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality.
- Handle products carefully to prevent damage.
- Follow Company guidelines, shipping procedures, and standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrate basic scanner, tablet, and computer skills.
- Operate material-handling equipment safely and effectively.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Work comfortably in a warehouse environment with exposure to heat, cold, and noise.
- Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills when working with team members and leaders.
Responsibilities
- Follow all safety procedures for forklift and reach-truck operations.
- Safely operate forklifts and reach trucks to locate, load, and unload pallets.
- Maintain accurate inventory locations and perform inventory replenishment with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
- Communicate inventory improvement opportunities, such as incorrect labeling or product placement, to the supervisor.
- Receive, inspect, and sort inventory.
- Prepare customer orders for shipment and delivery.
- Use technology, including scanners, computers, and tablets.
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse and ensure aisles remain clear and safe.
- Complete the required forklift maintenance checklist.
- Park and place the forklift on charge at the end of each shift.
- Inspect the forklift before each shift and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.
- Follow forklift safety practices, including wearing the seat belt on sit-down forklifts, sounding the horn near blind intersections and corners, preventing riders, chocking truck and trailer wheels before entering, and lowering forks when stopped.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
