Forklift Operator I, Warehouse (2nd shift)

Herbalife • Winston-Salem, NC

3d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator transports products safely and efficiently within the warehouse and performs receiving and/or shipping functions as assigned by the department supervisor. The role also supports daily cycle counts and yearly physical inventory processes.

The operator records product transfers in the warehouse and provides real-time updates to the Oracle inventory management system using a radio frequency bar coding system. If the system is unavailable, transfers are recorded on a Move Ticket and returned to the Warehouse Supervisor for immediate entry. The operator handles inbound and outbound shipments in accordance with applicable SOPs, completes and documents daily forklift inspections, and reports equipment problems promptly.

The position requires safe operation of forklifts while loading and unloading trucks, transferring products, and storing products. It also involves accurately counting inventory, reporting variances, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area. Unsafe conditions and accidents must be reported immediately. Other functions and duties may be assigned as necessary. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• One year of forklift operator and general warehousing experience.
• Experience with warehousing operations related to product movement, inventory systems, and forklift operations.
• Experience with radio frequency bar code scanners.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English, with good oral communication skills.
• Ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderately stressful environment.
• Ability to respond effectively and positively in a rapidly changing warehouse environment.
• Clean, neat, organized, and alert.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience in general warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Transport products within the warehouse using a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Perform receiving and/or shipping functions as assigned by the department supervisor.
• Record warehouse product transfers and update the Oracle inventory management system using a radio frequency bar coding system.
• If the system is unavailable, record transferred products on a Move Ticket and return it to the Warehouse Supervisor for immediate system update.
• Operate forklifts safely while loading and unloading trucks, transferring products, and storing products, avoiding damage to products, racks, vehicles, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Process inbound and/or outbound shipments in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable SOPs.
• Perform and document daily forklift inspections and immediately report equipment problems to the Warehouse Supervisor.
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventory according to established schedules, record counts accurately, and report variances.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; promptly report unsafe conditions or practices to the Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, or Security.
• Immediately report witnessed or involved accidents to the Warehouse Supervisor, management staff, or Security.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned or necessary.

Benefits

• Group health programs, including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, basic life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary benefit programs, including a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, supplemental life, critical illness, hospitalization and accident insurance, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off, including company-observed U.S. holidays, floating holidays, vacation, sick time, volunteer program, paid maternity and paternity leave, bereavement leave, personal leave, and time off for voting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED