Forklift Operator

Ricoh • Bolingbrook, IL

7h

About The Position

Responsible for the efficient and safe operation of all powered and non-powered material handling equipment. Position requires ability to perform all warehouse functions to include but not limited to shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education preferred.
• Previous forklift certification for Reach, Dock stocker or Sit-down forklift.
• RF scanner experience.
• Must have excellent math, reading comprehension skills and the ability to write legibly.
• Minimum of three years warehouse experience with one year of stand-up (Reach, Dock stocker) forklift experience.
• Must be physically able to perform assigned tasks including walking, standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods of time and ability to lift 100lbs.
• Must have the ability to take direction and complete all work assignments as instructed within established timelines.
• Must be a team player and can work and interact with fellow co-workers.
• High degree of attention to detail and environment to prevent injury to others and property damage, promoting a safe work environment.
• Ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure that all company safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Utilize RF equipment to accurately process all inbound (Receiving) and outbound (Shipping) and internal orders and requisitions.
• Ensures all transactions processed are accurate in item and quantity and processed accordingly.
• Perform cycle counts and assists with inventory accuracy by performing Quality Assurance inspections as required.
• With appropriate cross training, provides backup support for job functions within other departments.
• Performs stock consolidation to improve inventory production performance and maximize warehouse space.
• Maintains company 5S standards throughout assigned area of work.
• Meets and maintains productivity and quality standards relative to job responsibility as defined by department manager.
• Inspects and QA all outbound freight to insure correct items, quantities and no carton damaged freight is shipped without Manager approval.
• Palletize & Loads shipments to ensure no damage is incurred during transit.
• Loads product onto LTL, TL Trailers, and Vans.
• Inspects all inbound freight for quantity and damage and completes appropriate documentation to include carriers BOL as per the department's Standard Work Instruction.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all department Standard Work Instructions to which assigned.
• Completes the daily forklift inspection checklist, inspects material handling equipment for proper operation and reports any needed repairs to management.
• Performs C-TPAT compliance inspections and documentation per standard work instruction for all inbound and outbound international shipments.
• Maintains operational and warehouse security per C-TPAT policy.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Assists team leads with onboarding new employees.

Benefits

• Choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
• Contribute to your financial security with Retirement Savings Plan (401K), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) investments.
• Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs.
• Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually
• Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness, and ongoing personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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