Forklift Driver- 1st Shift- Outbound

DSV•Carteret, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is responsible for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also perform order-filling and checking duties. The role supports accurate storage, shipping, and receiving of products 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. The work includes receiving and putting away inbound shipments, picking and preparing orders for shipment, checking shipment quality, moving product to production lines or staging docks, maintaining inventory records and stock rotation, and keeping the work area and facility clean and orderly. Duties may also include forklift inspections and minor maintenance, changing forklift fuel tanks, repairing pallets, and other facility or equipment maintenance as assigned. Overtime may be required according to business needs.

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 skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying product quantities, counting inventory, and 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.
Ability to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures during warmer and colder months, ranging from mild to moderate.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds; reach above the shoulder and outward; squat or kneel; and perform frequent bending and constant walking and standing.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience.
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 WMS.
Stack and store products in appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct products and quantities 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 and ensure freight has proper documentation.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area and assist with warehouse security.
Comply with standard operating procedures and corporate and site-specific policies.
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 forklifts or other equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently using 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; and repair pallets when necessary.
Help maintain a clean and safe facility and perform other duties as required.
Work overtime as dictated by business needs, whether mandatory or voluntary.