Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Dollar Tree•DC209-Ashley, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Family Dollar is seeking industrial athletes for their warehouse team. This role operates in a fast-paced, automated distribution center. The associate will be responsible for putting away or removing freight from the Receiving dock and replenishing Bulk and Repack pick slots and reserve slots to maintain a consistent workflow and service stores safely, timely, and cost-effectively using RF or PDA units. The position is for the 3rd shift, Monday - Thursday, 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with shift times potentially varying based on production needs. The role offers up to $24.00 per hour.

Requirements

Three to six months experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks is preferred.
Able to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent lifting, walking, standing, moderate climbing, occasional sitting, stooping and kneeling with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per Distribution Center requirements.
Must be able to operate all types of PIT equipment.
May be required to operate equipment that takes them to heights of up to 50 feet in the air.
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks

Responsibilities

Completes the daily PIT checklist to ensure equipment is working properly and reports any defects to management and/or maintenance.
Operates PIT equipment in a safe manner.
Achieves set standards (engineered or productivity) on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
Transports labeled freight from the dock to its assigned place for storage or shipment and completes the Daily Activity Log to track individual productivity.
Replenishes the modules with correct freight that is free of damage to maintain quality standards.
Assists in maintaining the workflow with the modules by removing empty pallets from pallet return slots as needed to adhere to housekeeping and safety standards.
Ensures all freight staged on the floor is placed in the correct slot location to ensure slots are replenished with adequate merchandise.
Reports all discrepancies concerning merchandise in the wrong slot, slot overflow, license number not on file, etc., to the proper personnel to maintain inventory standards and improve quality and productivity standards.
Ensures merchandise is placed in the correct slot location by properly scanning each pallet license.
Alerts Management of damaged racks, pallets, freight and/or spills.
Follows set safety procedures and guidelines to maximize personal safety.
Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment within the Forklift department.
Follows all Company policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.