Forklift Operator - Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 6:30pm
About The Position
The Forklift Operator uses power equipment to load and unload products and safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count them. The role is in the Operations department and reports to the Distribution Manager. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with overtime. The listed pay is $21.50 per hour, plus a $1.50 hourly shift differential when applicable. The position requires following company values, safety practices, standard operating procedures, and customer work instructions. Operators support productivity, shipment accuracy, inventory accuracy, equipment safety, housekeeping, and teamwork, and may be assigned a variety of tasks to support business needs.
Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
- Ability to use a handheld RF scan device.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed to support business goals.
- Reliability, punctuality, and ability to complete work accurately and consistently.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate information professionally and factually.
Responsibilities
- Use power equipment to load and unload products and safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count them.
- Meet established productivity standards and understand the stocking strategy for the assigned operations building.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures, customer work instructions, dock safety policy, and safety and security policies.
- Complete a lift inspection before operating equipment and promptly report equipment malfunctions.
- Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are free of errors and damage.
- Scan products properly and verify that product, item codes, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical items match.
- Complete inbound and outbound paperwork accurately and completely.
- Report product damage and inventory discrepancies to a supervisor or manager.
- Maintain inventory accuracy.
- Maintain daily housekeeping of operations areas and equipment.
- Participate in pre-shift and department meetings, seek additional work when tasks are complete, and assist across operational areas as needed.
- Report unsafe conduct or conditions and other issues to a supervisor or manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
