Forklift Operator - Inbound

Quirch Foods•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator - Inbound operates material-handling equipment to receive, move, store, and manage products in a warehouse. The role includes inspecting received products, loading and unloading tractor-trailers according to purchase order requirements, maintaining accurate inventory, and keeping products and the facility secure, clean, and organized. The operator also supports customer pickup orders, product rotation, labeling, and timely slotting of products in the rack system. The position requires the ability to work in cold temperatures and meet the physical demands of standing, sitting, walking, twisting, and regularly lifting up to 20 to 100 pounds. Applicants must be at least 18, communicate sufficiently in English to perform job tasks, and operate assigned equipment safely after training.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Be able to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English sufficiently to perform job tasks, including reading labels, pick lists, scanner information, and signage; communicating with coworkers and the public; understanding oral and written instructions; and completing shipping papers, reports, and records accurately.
Be able to operate assigned equipment configurations, including various types of forklifts and handheld scanners, after training.
Use good judgment to operate a forklift safely and lawfully, handle customer products safely and efficiently, and communicate tactfully and diplomatically.
Be able to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures.
Meet physical requirements including standing, sitting, and walking throughout the day; repeated torso twisting while lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; and regularly lifting up to 20 to 100 pounds.
Be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CK31 and CK71 scanners.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts and electric pallet jacks as needed.
Inspect received products for damage.
Keep the warehouse clean and organized.
Perform inventory cycle counts as needed.
Pick point-of-sale orders for customers picking up products.
Perform stock rotation.
Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner and load and unload tractor-trailers according to purchase order requirements.
Scan products and apply labels according to requirements.
Handle and store products properly to maintain their integrity.
Maintain accurate inventories.
Maintain facility housekeeping and security and protect facility assets.
Slot products accurately and promptly in the rack system.