Forklift Operator

Vallen Distribution Inc.•Belmont, NC

About The Position

Vallen is seeking a Forklift Operator to join its distribution center team. The position operates powered industrial trucks and other warehouse equipment to load and unload materials and deliveries and to assist with receiving, handling, and stocking goods. The operator follows established procedures and guidelines to complete warehouse tasks efficiently and safely. The role includes inspecting and maintaining equipment, receiving and checking goods, preparing and loading shipments, picking and packing orders, and assisting with inventory. Work may take place in a warehouse that is not temperature controlled and may involve extreme heat or cold, dusty conditions, hazardous materials, and protective equipment. Assigned shifts may vary or rotate; overtime and extended day, evening, or weekend work may be required based on business needs, potentially with little or no advance notice. Reasonable accommodations may be evaluated and implemented to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 months of relevant experience and/or training.
Valid forklift-operation certification, or ability to obtain certification within the time period specified by management.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, work orders, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic computer knowledge and proficiency, or demonstrated technical aptitude to learn.
Basic mathematical skills, including arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compile routine reports and write correspondence.
Ability to work in a team environment and self-motivation to accomplish assigned tasks and goals.
Attention to detail and a safety-minded approach.
Ability to operate warehouse machinery and perform the physical tasks of the job, including handling inventory and lifting up to 75 pounds or more with assistance and according to safety procedures.
Hand, arm, foot, and leg dexterity; ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, crouch, crawl, climb, and balance regularly.
Required visual capabilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work in extreme hot or cold environments and dusty conditions.
May need to handle hazardous materials and wear protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, or protective eyewear.
May be required to pass forklift or other warehouse-equipment certifications, written and/or driving.

Nice To Haves

Experience loading, unloading, picking, packing, or moving goods in a warehouse; forklift or cherry-picker experience is preferred.
Preferred technical skills include MS Office products, Vista, Control, SX.e, or Prophet 21.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, cherry-picking lifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery.
Complete equipment logs and daily forklift inspection forms before and after each shift.
Maintain company forklifts by lubricating moving parts, checking gauges, and ensuring equipment is charged or fueled and fluid levels are adequate.
Unload incoming vehicles; receive, unpack, inspect, and put away goods; and check shipments for damage or discrepancies against invoices.
Use strapping, bracing, or padding as needed to prevent goods from shifting or being damaged in transit.
Load trucks for customer delivery and check goods for damage or discrepancies against shipping work orders.
Process and load orders by consulting production schedules, customer orders, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions.
Prepare, pick, pack, and dispatch outgoing goods according to requests or work orders, using paper or electronic pick sheets and following stacking policies.
Verify product and quantity accuracy and weigh or count items to ensure they meet company standards.
Assist with inventory maintenance and inventory counts.
Follow warehouse safety regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with single, employee-plus-spouse-or-children, and family coverage options.
401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only).
Employer-paid basic life insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits and parental leave, along with any leave required by applicable law.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Paid vacation and sick time; vacation ranges from 80 to 160 hours based on seniority, and sick time ranges from 40 to 56 hours per year based on seniority.
Paid holidays: 8 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee referral program.
Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement, based on position.
Employee discounts through BenefitHub.
Advancement opportunities.