Forklift Operator 1

reliance•Jurupa Valley, CA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I performs material-handling and equipment-operation tasks within a plant, working under close supervision and following detailed instructions. The role safely moves, locates, and stores materials using forklifts and other material-handling equipment, supporting daily operations through accurate order pulling, proper material identification, and compliance with safety and quality standards in a fast-paced metals processing and distribution environment. The position generally involves completing basic, routine tasks. It requires frequent coordination with crane operators, truck drivers, and ground personnel, as well as careful handling of customer-critical and processed materials. The operator may also operate a yard truck or drive a non-DOT vehicle for local deliveries and parts pickups.

Requirements

Must be able to obtain certification to operate all required motorized material-handling and rigging equipment.
Adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as they apply to work situations.
Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and using measurements of length, width, height, and weight for basic mathematical computations.
Basic arithmetic skills, including calculating and converting decimals and fractions.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
Ability to make sound decisions using knowledge, experience, and judgment.
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and coworkers.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands and exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.

Nice To Haves

Warehousing and material-handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate, retrieve, and return materials to designated areas using motorized material-handling equipment, such as Hyster forklifts.
Perform and document daily pre-use forklift inspections, including checks of brakes, forks, hydraulics, horn, lights, and tires.
Operate equipment safely in a high-traffic yard, remaining aware of pedestrians, trucks, cranes, and other equipment.
Communicate with crane operators, truck drivers, and ground personnel using hand signals, radios, or verbal communication.
Confirm load stability and a clear path before moving materials.
Handle materials to prevent damage, bending, or contamination, particularly for customer-critical or processed material.
Immediately report damaged or non-conforming material.
Securely position work pieces on a variety of machines using a forklift.
Pull and assemble orders by reviewing work or shipping orders and other documentation.
Tag material for identification and complete required documentation.
Move materials from receiving or production areas to storage or other designated locations.
Load and unload trailers using a yard truck when needed.
Keep the work area clean, safe, and orderly.
Sort and place materials on racks, shelves, or in bins according to sequence, size, type, or product code.
Conduct inventory spot checks and daily or ad hoc checks for proper material tagging as directed.
Report irregularities to a supervisor for direction.
Restock materials.
Occasionally drive a non-DOT motor vehicle for local deliveries and parts pickups.
Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.