Forklift Operator

ID Logistics US•Mableton, GA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates gasoline-, liquefied gas-, or electric-powered industrial equipment equipped with lifting devices, including sit-down, stand-up, clamp, or other elevating equipment. The equipment is used to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in a distribution center or storage yard. The role handles inbound and outbound products and materials, maintains equipment and orderly work areas, follows safe operating methods and OSHA standards, and supports inventory accuracy, product quality, and proper stock rotation. The operator coordinates with other departments and follows customer, company, and site-specific requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, three or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to successfully complete post-hire assessments.
Ability to obtain and maintain equipment certifications, such as OSHA or company certifications.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work environment, such as protective footwear, protective eyewear, and gloves, in accordance with safety policies.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial equipment.
Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
Inspect assigned equipment daily.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently, following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards.
Safely unload inbound shipments and move products to storage locations.
Stack and store products in appropriate areas.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded and shipped.
Move products from staging or storage areas into rail cars, trailers, or containers.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged, and report quality variances.
Maintain appropriate records and reports to support inventory control and security.
Assist with physical inventories.
Ensure proper stock rotation.
Follow customer requirements and other instructions to ensure accurate load counts, product stability, and safe loading and unloading.
Coordinate as necessary with other departments and functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation, and Maintenance.
Practice good housekeeping and clean-as-you-go procedures.
Conduct operations and use equipment in a manner that promotes safety; report unsafe conditions that cannot be self-corrected to the leadership team.
Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report observed noncompliance.
Observe company safety rules and assist in enforcing them as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.