Forklift Operator

Life Science Logistics•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator receives, checks, tallies, stocks, rotates, picks, and loads warehouse merchandise according to purchase orders, pick sheets, work instructions, and standard operating procedures. The role operates warehouse equipment safely, reports equipment failures, maintains sanitary warehouse conditions, and records time spent on assignments for daily productivity reporting. Other duties may be assigned. The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; the ability to use a forklift, pallet jack, and reach truck after proper training; and compliance with appearance and uniform guidelines. Candidates must pass preliminary employment requirements, including a background check and drug screen, and have a valid driver's license. Experience in a cGMP-compliant environment is a plus. The work is physically demanding and takes place both indoors and outdoors, including freezer work with exposure to extreme cold. The employer provides PPE. Hazards may include moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and working at heights.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to use a forklift, pallet jack, and reach truck after proper training.
Adherence to strict appearance and uniform guidelines.
Ability to pass preliminary employment requirements, including a background check and drug screen.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Ability to remain on one's feet for prolonged periods.
Ability to hear warehouse activity while operating a forklift.
Ability to read at a distance, close to the eyes, and at arm's length, with or without correction.
Distance vision required for forklift operation.
Ability to correctly identify and record lot and serial numbers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cGMP-compliant environment.
Basic Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with warehouse or supply chain environments and transportation.
Experience using RF guns or scanners.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming product and check it against purchase orders for accuracy.
Tally merchandise and tag it with a receiving date.
Ensure slots are stocked properly and overstock is stacked properly.
Rotate applicable stock according to work instructions or standard operating procedures.
Pick product as defined on pick sheets.
Load product onto trailers as directed by the Supervisor.
Operate company warehouse equipment safely and reliably.
Report equipment failures to the Supervisor.
Maintain the warehouse in a sanitary manner according to company standards.
Track time spent on assignments for daily productivity reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned.