Forklift Operator

Westlake • Pompano Beach, FL

5d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator uses a forklift to move products and materials safely and in an organized manner throughout the facility, making effective use of space and supporting productivity. The role includes moving and storing materials, handling finished goods, and maintaining a clean, secure, and safe work area. Operators follow company safety and quality procedures, use required personal protective equipment, inspect assigned forklifts, and report safety or maintenance issues. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Training or certification in relevant skills or trade.
• 1–2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to read and write in English and/or Spanish.
• Ability to receive and carry out instructions from management.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to remain safety-minded and alert during operations.
• Honesty, integrity, and ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical functions.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification and thorough knowledge of forklift operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods or remain stationary.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment, including hearing, vision, and hardhat protection.
• Ability to lift, move, or transport items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move or traverse around the facilities.
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances and in various environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Comply with company safety policies and procedures and wear assigned personal protective equipment, including steel-toed boots throughout the work shift.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude, model appropriate behavior, and report injuries to the appropriate supervisor.
• Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Attend company-sponsored training when necessary.
• Report to work daily and on time unless otherwise excused, and maintain regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility.
• Follow company safety and quality policies and procedures, including forklift safety procedures.
• Inspect the assigned forklift daily and notify appropriate personnel of safety or maintenance issues before operating it.
• Move materials throughout the facility and store new products in designated areas.
• Safely secure and load flatbed trucks as needed, where applicable.
• Replace empty propane tanks on forklifts in accordance with safety procedures.
• Wrap finished product for shipping, where applicable.
• Load and unload trucks with finished goods.
• Maintain and control loading-zone security.
• Retrieve pallets.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

What This Job Offers

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