Forklift Operator III

AIT Worldwide Logistics•Torrance, CA

17h

About The Position

Transfer goods and materials from incoming and outbound shipments using a forklift, and move materials throughout the warehouse. Operate forklifts and other lifting devices to handle, transport, and position products, equipment, or materials. Inspect machinery and perform routine safety and maintenance checks, maintain inventory accuracy, and follow company policies and legal guidelines. The position requires a high school diploma or GED as preferred, at least three years of forklift operating experience, a forklift certification upon hire, and dangerous goods certification upon hire. The wage range is $22.70–$32.00 and may vary based on geography and the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience operating a forklift.
Forklift certification required upon hire.
Dangerous goods certification required upon hire.
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Ability to read and write English.
Knowledge of airport codes, destinations, and basic geography.
Typing or data-entry skills.
Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Actively participate in safety policies, activities, and implementations.
Knowledge of regulatory affairs, customs, or other logistics business areas.
Knowledge of financial processes and rating methodology.
Specialized computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Operate a manually controlled gasoline- or electric-powered forklift to pick up, deliver, or move materials around the warehouse.
Operate lifting devices such as lifts, booms, scoops, lift beams and swivel hooks, fork grapples, clamps, elevating platforms, or trailer hitches.
Operate machinery to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials.
Perform regular safety and maintenance checks by inspecting machinery to identify repair needs.
Load, unload, and stack materials onto lifting devices; weigh materials or products and record them on production schedules.
Maintain accurate inventory and report discrepancies.
Follow instructions while working independently or as part of a team.
Comply with company policies, legal guidelines, and other applicable policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.