PM Logistics Forklift Operator

Floor & Decor • Savannah, GA

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator uses a forklift or other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products for shipment to stores. The role is responsible for operating equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining facility equipment, and keeping work areas clean and orderly. This is an hourly position that may include work exceeding eight hours in a day or 40 hours in a week.

The work is performed in a warehouse environment with moving vehicles and typically moderate to noisy sound levels. The position includes physical tasks such as lifting and moving objects, handling items, standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Safety procedures and training must be followed, and safety concerns must be promptly reported.

Requirements

• Two to five years of recent work experience.
• Fluent English communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Self-starter with excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to exert 30–60 pounds of force occasionally, 20–30 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; frequent use of hands and fingers to handle or feel.

Nice To Haves

• Class IV or Class V Forklift Certification.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments to and from trailers or containers safely.
• Stack and store merchandise efficiently in appropriate areas.
• Transport products to and from designated areas as directed.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment accurately and according to schedule.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently while following prescribed work methods.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Inspect forklifts or other equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
• Maintain clean and orderly warehouse and loading areas.
• Participate in training and learning sessions to increase knowledge of warehouse functions and processes.
• Follow established safety procedures, participate in safety training, and acquire required certifications.
• Bring safety concerns to the attention of location management or the Store Support Center Safety Department immediately.

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities and career advancement opportunities at every level.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Referral Bonus Program.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance plans, subject to eligibility criteria.
• Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates.
• Paid holidays and a personal holiday.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off starting on Day 1.

What This Job Offers

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