Forklift Operator QF

Quietflex mfg•HOUSTON, TX

About The Position

The Forklift and Reach Truck Operator loads, unloads, transfers, and stacks products in the warehouse and trucks while meeting safety, quality, and on-time delivery objectives. The role also processes warehouse transfers accurately through the warehouse management system and scanners. Work is performed under close supervision within well-defined instructions and established procedures. The role has no people-management responsibilities. The position is based in a high-volume manufacturing environment with forklift traffic. Duties may involve operating a vehicle up to 90% of the time, walking or standing up to 20%, and performing repetitive and other physical tasks. The employee must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to process factory transfers, including basic loading and unloading.
Ability to complete outbound full truck loads accurately and without damage, with minimal supervision.
Ability to safely operate a forklift, turret/reach truck, and order picker; must pass in-house forklift and reach truck training.
Ability to use a warehouse management system and scanning equipment.
Basic computer skills, including MS Office, Outlook, and data entry.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and use sound judgment, strong work ethics, and integrity on the job.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with employees and customers.
Ability to understand and follow company rules, policies, procedures, and requirements, especially those concerning safety, quality, delivery, and productivity/cost.
Ability to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to perform the physical tasks described, including handling objects and potentially lifting, carrying, or moving up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Industrial forklift experience in a large-scale, high-volume warehouse or distribution facility.
Experience with warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

Accurately process factory transfers.
Control damage and inventory.
Safely and efficiently operate forklifts and reach trucks to transfer, load, and unload products.
Use the PKMS warehouse management system through RF scanning.
Complete LTL and Will Calls.
Complete shift-end paperwork accurately and on time.
Perform daily pre- and post-shift forklift and/or reach truck inspections and promptly report problems to the supervisor.
Demonstrate commitment to safety and quality standards, attend daily safety meetings, and follow safety procedures and policies.
Wear proper personal protective equipment and uniform during each shift.
Maintain warehouse housekeeping by sweeping and keeping areas organized and clean.
Perform additional projects and duties to support ongoing business needs.