FORKLIFT OPERATOR

1-800-PACK-RAT LLC•Dayton, NJ

6d•$22 - $23

About The Position

1-800-Pack-Rat, LLC is seeking a reliable, safety-conscious Forklift Operator to work in its warehouse. The role involves moving valuable items within the warehouse, optimizing loads for operational efficiency, managing inventory and equipment, and scheduling maintenance and repairs. The operator will use an 18-ton propane-powered sit-down forklift to stack containers weighing up to 10,000 pounds at heights of up to 35 feet. The position also includes assembly, fabrication, welding, material handling, shop upkeep, and administrative duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Be able to complete forklift training and safely operate a forklift.
Have basic computer skills.
Have diligence and excellent hand-eye coordination.
Be willing to take a background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Perform assembly-type functions using hand and/or power tools without supervision.
Ensure quality standards are met.
Move materials using a hand cart and/or pallet jack.
Pressure wash and perform shop clean-up.
Complete forklift training and safely operate a forklift.
Perform welding tasks using a variety of equipment, including welding plastic roofs and panels.
Perform cutting operations using standard shop equipment.
Fabricate from drawings and/or verbal instructions with limited supervision.
Safely rig materials for lifting.
Follow safety policies and perform tasks safely, including adhering to OSHA regulations.
Schedule maintenance for the forklift and local delivery trucks.
Load containers and unload newly received container inventory.
Scan and upload contracts, addendums, and other documents to IT servers.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.