Forklift Operator (Days, M-F)
About The Position
The Dry Warehouse Forklift Operator handles the daily loading of trucks and containers and completes shipments according to the warehouse system and manifest. The operator is responsible for their equipment and reports malfunctions to a supervisor. They consult the shipping schedule for changes communicated by the warehouse supervisor, logistics coordinator, and Inside Sales Support team. The role includes operating lift trucks safely, maintaining accurate paperwork and inventory, checking orders against physical inventory, and inspecting and loading incoming and outgoing trucks. The operator stages and pulls containers into dock doors, keeps the work area clean and orderly, and communicates and works effectively with teammates. The position also involves taking part in training and development activities, coaching and training teammates, and following company food safety, sanitation, and safety procedures. Employees report safety or food-safety concerns and participate in related improvement activities and required annual OSHA safety training.
Requirements
- Proficient English skills to understand, read, write, and speak English.
- Ability to work 8-hour or 12-hour variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
- Knowledge of warehouse management software.
- RF scanning knowledge.
- SAP experience.
- Warehouse forklift experience.
- Lift Truck Certification.
- Yard Dog Certification.
- Knowledge of truck loading requirements.
- Experience in manufacturing or distribution.
Responsibilities
- Handle the daily loading of trucks and containers and complete shipments according to the warehouse system and manifest.
- Operate equipment responsibly and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
- Consult the shipping schedule for updates communicated by the warehouse supervisor, logistics coordinator, and Inside Sales Support team.
- Maintain accurate paperwork.
- Operate lift trucks while following safety measures and standard operating procedures.
- Contribute to inventory control and management.
- Follow procedures for inspecting and loading incoming and outgoing trucks and inventory.
- Match and verify order requirements against physical inventory.
- Operate lift trucks safely to protect personnel, inventory, buildings, and equipment.
- Stage and pull containers into dock doors safely.
- Maintain an orderly and clean work area.
- Build teamwork and communicate effectively with others.
- Participate actively in training and development activities, classes, and events, including those scheduled before, during, or after shifts and on scheduled days off.
- Help coach and train teammates and participate in on-the-job training.
- Follow food safety and sanitation policies and procedures; communicate food-safety incidents, observations, or opportunities to leadership or teammates.
- Participate in food-safety and sanitation root-cause analysis and improvement activities when required.
- Prioritize safety, report safety issues and observations, and follow up.
- Complete annual OSHA-required safety training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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