Forklift Operator Lead

Americold•Darien, WI

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator Lead ensures the safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products using warehouse equipment. Up to 25% of the role involves assisting the Supervisor with workflow coordination, recommending work assignments, training associates, supporting on-time completion of assignments, and ensuring compliance with safety and work procedures. The position also performs warehouse handling, order preparation, inventory, and housekeeping tasks in a temperature-controlled logistics environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Three months of related experience preferred.
Relevant certifications.
Some computer skills.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work a varied schedule.
Ability to pay close attention to detail and meet deadlines.
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions, including operating a forklift, sitting, hearing or talking, using close vision, grasping and handling objects, and typing or manipulating controls.
Ability to work in spaces with 55 inches of headroom and tolerate temperatures as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit, outdoor ambient conditions, and heights up to 30 feet.
Ability to stand for up to five hours during an eight-hour shift and transfer boxes weighing up to 55 pounds from ground level to 80 inches and up to 70 pounds to 50 inches; lift and carry products six feet without mechanical assistance.

Nice To Haves

Up to one year of experience as a warehouse worker in a lead role.
Ability to schedule trucks and assign tasks, with team skills.
Experience with computers, warehouse management systems and related components, pallet jacks, high lifts, sit-down or stand-up lift trucks, and RC equipment.

Responsibilities

Direct work for up to 25% of the role, review the schedule and daily plan with the Supervisor at the start of the shift, assist with training associates, and report shift problems to the Supervisor.
Load and unload freight safely and efficiently using warehouse equipment.
Move products to storage areas and stack and store merchandise in the appropriate locations.
Pick shipment orders and assemble merchandise for shipment.
Check or count freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation.
Assist in maintaining warehouse security and conduct operations safely.
Participate in physical inventories as needed.
Label, sort, wrap, pack, and repack products.
Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently, including forklifts, straddle trucks, walk-behind equipment, pallet jacks, double pallet jacks, and radio frequency equipment.
Report equipment safety malfunctions and comply with OSHA standards.
Follow the attendance policy and arrive on time and ready to work the assigned shift.
Meet production standards and maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work environment.
Charge or change forklift batteries as needed.
Perform other assigned duties, including duties outside normal responsibilities when needed.