Forklift Operator 1st Shift- Equipment

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC.•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or distribution center environment. This is a vital role in our operations, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout the facility.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
6+ months of previous forklift experience on similar equipment. Basic reading (English) and math skills (counting, adding subtracting, multiplying and division). PC skills or previous inventory scanning experience required.
Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Electric Pallet Jack
Stock Picker
Counterbalance
Ability to sit for an extended amount of time.
Lift up to 50+ lbs.
Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadline with accurate and detailed results.
Honest and respectful communication
Compliance with company attendance standards.

Responsibilities

Certified to operate a variety of lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Counter Balance.
Use RF gun/scanner and Warehouse Management System to research and gather information
Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form
Operate equipment in an array of surroundings and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°)
Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage.
Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers.
Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker.
Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for individual or store orders.
Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Serve as the lead, assist with supervising the flow of the work and process.
Assist with identifying process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and propose and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
Demonstrate proficiency in department processes and troubleshoots problems and issues.
Provide one on one or group hands-on training for new and returnee associates on all functional aspects of the ticket processing job.
Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Perform other duties as required