Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Weber Distribution LLC•Moreno Valley, CA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely moves products to meet daily service requirements and fulfills customer orders while following company policies and procedures. The role works the second shift, scheduled from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM, although hours may vary based on business needs. The position operates material handling equipment in a warehouse and distribution environment, receives and prepares products for delivery, and checks freight moving into and out of the warehouse. The employee performs assigned housekeeping duties, follows company standard operating procedures, participates in safety meetings, and works with team members to support department performance. Other duties may be assigned, and work assignments may change in response to business needs. The work environment is a general warehouse and distribution setting with material handling equipment operations. Noise is usually moderate to noisy, and employees may be exposed to extreme weather. Required protective equipment includes hearing protection, fully enclosed or safety shoes, safety glasses in designated areas, and other company-required PPE. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified employees to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of warehouse experience.
At least 1 year as a certified material handling equipment operator.
Hazmat endorsement required.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to safely and skillfully use material handling equipment in a busy warehouse environment.
Ability to manage priorities efficiently and meet critical deadlines.
Accuracy in handling customer orders.
Team-oriented approach and a continuous-improvement outlook.
Working knowledge of warehouse management systems, such as Synapse.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to lift, push, pull, carry, or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, turn, twist, kneel, and/or squat for up to 50% of the workday.
Ability to work a variety of shifts to accommodate customer demands.
Ability to walk, stand, and sit to perform work; reach with hands and arms; and smell, talk, or hear.
Close and color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Safely move products to meet daily service requirements and fulfill customer orders while following company policies and procedures.
Operate a stand-up reach truck, order picker, and sit-down forklift.
Receive and prepare products accurately for delivery.
Check the accuracy of freight moving into and out of the warehouse.
Perform assigned department housekeeping duties.
Use warehouse systems and apply a thorough understanding of warehouse operations.
Partner with other team members to support department excellence.
Observe all company standard operating procedures.
Participate in safety meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.