Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 7:00am to 3:30pm - Mon - Fri

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•South Middleton Township, PA

1d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for using power equipment to load and unload product. The Forklift Operator will safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count product. The company emphasizes a 'Continuous Improvement Culture' and is committed to the safety of its employees and facilities. Employees are expected to work the hours needed to support business goals, including overtime, weekends, and holidays, and to be flexible in transitioning between tasks. Reliability, punctuality, and timely, accurate work completion are essential. Employees should maintain a positive attitude, be willing to learn, and take initiative to seek out additional work and maintain housekeeping standards. High standards of work quality, adherence to directions, professional communication, appropriate appearance, and strict adherence to safety rules and guidelines are expected.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

Responsibilities

Use of power equipment to load and unload product.
Safely move, locate, relocate, stack and count product.
Perform a wide variety of job tasks and transition from task to task effectively (multi-task).
Maintain daily housekeeping of operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc.
Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.
Follow all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc.
Share all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company.
Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
Follow all rules, guideline, and practices related to safety.
Inform supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.
Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building you are assigned.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
Follow established Dock Safety policy.
Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
Complete all Inbound and Outbound paper work accurately and completely.
Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.
Gain knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.