Forklift Operator

Maersk•Usa, GA

27d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator oversees loading and unloading materials using a hand truck, reach truck, or forklift. The role includes maintaining a clean and safe work environment and identifying discrepancies in received loads against the manifest. Maersk Logistics & Services USA, Inc. provides end-to-end warehousing and distribution logistics through facilities that receive, store, process, and dispatch cargo.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience using an RF scan gun.
Ability to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding or shrink-wrap material.
Ability to work overtime as needed and occasional weekends.
Ability to read and comprehend work instructions.
Ability to work well with others, including with little supervision.
High attention to detail.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands, reach, bend, and lift objects above the head.

Nice To Haves

One year of previous warehouse experience.
Previous forklift certifications.

Responsibilities

Use manifests to pull routes, stage freight, and assist drivers with loading and unloading trucks.
Perform material-handling duties such as picking, packing, scanning, kitting where applicable, counting products, and related tasks.
Ensure work is completed accurately and on time, including packaging and system tasks.
Identify and annotate overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D).
Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Read and follow detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment in accordance with TSA and OSHA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.