Forklift Operator

Customized Distribution Service•South Brunswick, NJ

1d•$0 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Operator will execute goals and objectives set by the Operations Supervisor and/or Manager to ensure an effective and efficient work environment. Provide support to the warehouse which will require manually moving, stacking, unstacking, and otherwise manipulating packages to prepare them for transport or storage within the warehouse. Operate warehouse equipment to include powered forklift equipment in an effort to effectively move product into, out of, and around a distribution center to ensure optimal operation of the business. Effectively process relevant written and verbal communication to ensure that all tasks are completed effectively. Effectively carry on work assignments as directed.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months of experience utilizing either a Sit-Down, Stand Up, Walkie Rider, Hi-Lo forklift, or Cherry Picker
Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months of prior warehouse experience
Ability to use a computer, word processing, and spreadsheet software is required
Ability to analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to compose reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively communicate information in verbal or written format and effectively respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, employees, customers, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages as well as draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to correctly read, interpret, and process lengthy strings of individual digits in their correct order.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience using Warehouse Management System (WMS) software
Knowledge of RF-based warehouse technologies and operating RF equipment

Responsibilities

Comply with the Company’s attendance/tardiness standards
Load and unload products in a safe and accurate manner
Operate several types of forklifts (i.e. Sit Down, Stand Up, Walkie-Rider, and Hi-Lo)
Maintain competency and certification concerning the safe operation of the different forklifts
Operate various types of equipment in the warehouse, including RF scanners and Pallet Jacks
Pick orders for transport
Maintain an inventory of all products and verify that the correct quantity is being shipped to clients
Stack products in the appropriate location
Assess all products and pallets and notify the supervisor(s) of damage
Work on a variety of shifts to include evening, weekend and overtime shifts as required
Perform the receiving, loading, and order selection processes as assigned by Operations Supervisor
Comply with established procedures concerning equipment inspections and sign-out
Assist with the training of newly hired personnel
Participate daily with general housekeeping of the warehouse
Maintain competency and working knowledge of the RF system and equipment
Comply with company policies, procedures, and expected standards of behavior