Forklift Operator - 1st shift - 7:00am to 5:30pm - Wednesday - Saturday

Warehouse•Independence, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Use of power equipment to load and unload product. Safely move, locate, relocate, stack and count product. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license, use a handheld RF Scan Device, and lift 50lbs. The role involves sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods, as well as twisting, stooping, squatting, and reaching above shoulder level. The work environment is non-climate controlled. The Forklift Operator is expected to meet established productivity standards, understand stocking strategies, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and customer work instructions. Safety is paramount, including following dock safety policies, completing lift inspections, reporting equipment malfunctions, and adhering to all safety and security policies. Quality is also critical, ensuring error and damage-free shipments, accurate scanning, and proper completion of paperwork. Maintaining inventory accuracy and reporting discrepancies are key responsibilities. The role encourages initiative, such as gaining knowledge of multiple accounts and job functions.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
Flexibility: Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).
Reliability: Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.
Attitude: Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.
Willingness to learn: Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.
Initiative: Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.
Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc…
Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work. Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, by completing work correctly the first time.
Follows directions: Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc…
Communication: Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
Appearance: Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.
Safety: Follows all rules, guideline, and practices. Informs supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Responsibilities

Use of power equipment to load and unload product.
Safely move, locate, relocate, stack and count product.
Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building you are assigned.
Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
Follow established Dock Safety policy.
Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
Complete all Inbound and Outbound paper work accurately and completely.
Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.
Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.