Forklift Operator

WASEYABEK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC•Holland, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Forklift Operator, you are essential to the daily operations of Great Lakes Warehousing. In this role, you will safely load and unload trailers, coordinate freight movements within the warehouse, stage and verify freight, practice safe load securement and arrangement, break down loaded pallets, and work to serve as an example of Great Lakes Warehousing’ culture.

Requirements

Must be able to support the Great Lakes Warehousing culture with a focus on teamwork and a commitment to service
Verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience with Transportation and Logistics
Knowledge of loading and unloading tractor-trailer best practices
Knowledge of load securement best practices
Experience within a warehouse environment
1 year of experience operating a forklift
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Follow instructions/guidance of upper management
Serve as a great example of the GLW Culture by understanding, and consistently following, and maintaining the policies and procedures of GLW
Must demonstrate being discrete, prompt, and professional
Strategically arranging freight within trailers
Adhering to guidelines on safe freight placement and securement
Verifying adherence with DOT guidelines for weight distribution and limitations
Fulfilling customer orders as directed
Working with electronic scanning devices and verifying freight
Working in refrigerated warehouses where temperatures may be below 40 degrees Fahrenheit
Working in a physical and extremely fast paced environment
Seated forklift work
Scissor-lift work
Staging and verifying inbound freight
Loading and securing outbound freight
Organizing and cleaning used workplaces at the end of each shift
Any other task as requested by management