Forklift Operator | Weekend

NOVO BUILDING PRODUCTS • Allentown, PA

1d • $37,721 - $49,037 • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator moves products and pallets throughout the warehouse, using RF scanners to track items and confirm they are moved to the correct location. The operator ensures products are secure and safe to transport, maintains an orderly work area, and follows Novo forklift training and safety requirements. This is a full-time weekend position in Allentown, Pennsylvania, scheduled Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. or until work is finished. The listed pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Effectively perform all essential functions, including the physical requirements.
• Ability to move awkward product lengths and weights.
• Experience operating a forklift with a 6,500-pound rate rating.
• Use proper PPE and company-approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating a forklift primarily with product weights of 2,500 pounds or more.
• Prior experience lifting wide loads as long as 18 feet.
• At least one year of forklift operating experience.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move products and pallets safely throughout the warehouse.
• Communicate discrepancies, product issues, and safety issues to the Supervisor.
• Move and scan products with an RF scanner to the correct location and confirm product labels are accurate.
• Maintain a clean and safe area free of debris.
• Anticipate business needs by keeping like products together and accessible.
• Pass Novo forklift training and operate forklifts according to Novo safety requirements.
• Place standup items into designated areas by hand when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and shift premiums.
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability and long-term disability.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 401(k) program with employer match.
• Clean work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed