Forklift Operator/Cherry Picker

Crown Staffing Solutions•Warren, MI

About The Position

Operates powered industrial forklifts and cherry pickers to load and unload materials from shelving and move them between storage areas, machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage facilities. This listing is continuously open to build a talent pool for future opportunities; applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, even when the company is not actively hiring. The stated hourly rates are $17.50 for Hilo and $17.00 for Cherry Picker. Pay is weekly on Friday. Benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) are available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One to three years of previous experience.
Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions in English.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
Ability to lift or move up to 35 pounds independently and greater weights in a team-lifting environment.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods.
Ability to immediately perceive auditory warning signals, including bells, alarms, and horns, warning of equipment start-up, movement, approach, mechanical abnormalities, or similar risks during warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

Operate powered equipment safely and efficiently.
Move products safely and efficiently, including loading and unloading trucks.
Pick and pack shipment items accurately using a forklift or cherry picker.
Work with inventory control to ensure correct product placement.
Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation.
Maintain warehouse order and keep pallet locations available for incoming items.
Restock items not required in the short term according to established procedures.
Assist with cycle counting and periodic inventories.
Help team members meet and exceed customer expectations.
Update the supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns.
Participate in process improvement by communicating with the supervisor and/or team lead.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Support and maintain corporate quality, health, and safety standards, processes, policies, practices, and work instructions, including ISO standards where applicable.
Perform other duties as assigned.