Forklift Operator

PLA Buyer LLC • Terra Bella, CA

8h

About The Position

The Forklift Driver operates and maintains a sit-down forklift to load and unload pallets to and from trailers as well as move pallets to correct locations throughout the warehouse.

Requirements

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for one’s actions.
• Attendance – Ability to consistently attend work.
• Communication, Written/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
• Productivity – Ability to meet production goals.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred
• 6+ months experience preferred.
• May use computer for initiating trailer moves or electronic devices for inventory tracking.
• Must pass Propak's forklift certification test.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily inspections of forklift using checklist.
• Ensure forklift is in safe operating condition.
• Refuel tanks,following procedures tochangeout propane tanksorchargeelectric tanks.
• Complete and confirmaccuracy of loadson paper or electronically,verifyingcountsof good and bad loads as well as being the last to inspect all trailer loads.
• Move pallets from one area to anotherin the warehouse.
• Ensure that allmaterialsthat are moved from one location to the next are properly accounted for and marked for proper documentation.
• Maintaina clean and orderlyworkenvironment at all times.
• Maintain safe workingconditions by following guidelines and procedures for handling all related equipment and material.
• Comply withallPropak policies and procedures, as well as federal and state safety rules.
• Assist in other areas of the warehouseas assigned to support and improve the overall team operations.
• Adjust as needed to new reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules to meet the company needs and business requirements.
• Attendance at work is an essential function of this job.
• Cooperate and work well with team members and management, maintaining clear and open communications at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED