Forklift Operator/Highlift - 1st Shift

South6Group•New Bedford, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker ensures the safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of products. The role uses warehouse equipment and technology, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, radio frequency equipment, computers, and a warehouse management system. The position is based in person in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Overtime, evenings, or weekends may be required when authorized by management to complete work.

Requirements

At least one year of related work experience.
At least one year of forklift experience.
At least one year of warehouse experience.
English language proficiency.
Availability for the day shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
Ability to commute to New Bedford, MA 02740.
Ability to work independently, pay close attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate and interact with others beyond giving and receiving instructions, including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others, and to respond appropriately to corrective directions from a supervisor.
Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
High school diploma or GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Responsibilities

Load and unload freight safely and efficiently using equipment.
Move products to storage areas and stack and store them in designated locations.
Pick orders for shipment and assemble products for shipping.
Check or count freight for accuracy and damage.
Help maintain warehouse security and conduct operations safely.
Participate in physical inventories as needed.
Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, pallet inverters, and pallet squeezers.
Promptly report equipment safety malfunctions and comply with OSHA standards.
Meet production standards and maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
Follow the attendance policy and arrive on time, ready to work the assigned shift.
Charge and fill forklift batteries as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned, including duties outside normal responsibilities when needed.