Full Time Forklift Operator II

CONA Services•Baltimore, MD

76d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level, such as a forklift and, or pallet jack. The role is located at the Hanover, MD warehouse. The company emphasizes career growth, competitive benefits, purpose-driven work, and professional development.

Requirements

Working knowledge of basic safety principles, including proper lifting and use of personal protective equipment
Advanced forklift skills (single-wide), with the ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently in a small area
Basic pallet-jack skills
Rudimentary mechanical skills and simple tool usage
Ability to operate multiple pieces of simple machinery
Read and Follow written SOP’s or instructions
Complete forms (handwritten and, or computer-based) to document activities and results
Follow verbal instructions
Intermediate math skills
Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity
Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick, load path
Ability to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency
Ability to consistently count received and compare to manifest with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with a high degree of accuracy
Possess strong communication skills
Must be able to work in extremely high and low temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and broken glass
Occasionally lifting over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.
Ability to sit for long periods
Frequent getting on, off of a forklift
Opening and closing truck dock doors
Forklift, pallet jack certification
Switcher operation certification
Class A CDL where required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a logistics environment
Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles

Responsibilities

Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs
Ensure all Outbound loads are secured and safe by applying protective wrapping as needed and that the proper documentation is attached (STO)
Load and unload trailers, as needed, to support delivery activities following CCCI SOPs to ensure accuracy by updating SAP, CONA via handhelds for accountability of Inbound and outbound loads to, from territories supported by Regional Operation Center
Perform all safety and housekeeping activities, including conducting pre-and post-trip checks, reviewing daily documentation for accuracy, and keeping the work area neat and clutter-free
Perform miscellaneous activities as directed, assist with staging equipment and other movements, including junking equipment and yard maintenance
Utilize a switcher to maneuver 53’ and pup trailers to the dock as needed