Forklift Operator

BIAGI BROS INC•Auburn, WA

50d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe, effective, and accurate handling of products stored in facility. This role involves the safe operation of various forklifts (propane and electric) and their designed attachments to perform unloading, stacking, and picking functions timely and accurately. The Forklift Operator will support all accounts within the facility and perform all forklift functions safely per Biagi Bros policy manual. Key responsibilities include performing daily safety checklists, supporting inventories through counts and cycle counts, and maintaining housekeeping to support food-grade warehouse requirements. The role requires safe and proficient operation of forklifts and attachments, constant alertness to surroundings, and thorough completion of receiver paperwork. Product must be staged and stacked according to specific account and company procedures, and appropriate product must be accurately pulled from assigned locations. The operator will verify outbound orders prior to loading and load them according to load diagrams. Battery or propane tank changes for forklifts are also required. Attendance at safety/staff meetings is mandatory, along with the completion of daily forklift safety checklists. Additional duties include cutting and removing seals, ensuring drivers are accompanied, reporting unauthorized personnel, and securing doors at appropriate times. Housekeeping duties are essential for maintaining food-grade standards, including sweeping, mopping, and debris removal. Recycling of materials and participation in inventories and cycle counts are also part of the role. The operator must report any inventory anomalies or damages found and assist in all areas as needed, including special projects. Representing Biagi Bros appropriately and maintaining punctuality and regular attendance are mandatory. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

Safely and effectively operate propane forklift equipment and designed attachments
Demonstrate an ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively
Good math aptitude
Work well with in a team environment using productive work methods
Exercise sound judgment
Strong communication skills, must be able to communicate in English: positively, appropriately, and professionally
Must be able to work with the warehouse management system, apply scanning practices and be able to perform various inventory transactions within the system
Ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekends
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a fast paced warehouse setting with exposure to moving equipment
Must be able to be to work on time with good attendance
HS diploma or equivalent work experience
2 years of forklift experience in warehouse environment
Experience with inventory control and cycle counts
2 - 5 years warehouse/distribution experience (3PL preferred)
Proficiency on computer, using MS Office (Excel, Work, and Outlook) required
Effective professional written and verbal communication skills
Active driver’s license in good standing

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe, effective, and accurate handling of products stored in facility
Responsible for the safe operation of various forklifts (propane and electric) and their designed attachments to perform: unloading, stacking, and picking functions timely and accurately within the scope of this Biagi Bros facility
Support all accounts within this facility and perform all forklift functions safely per Biagi Bros policy manual
Perform daily safety check list
Support inventories by performing counts and cycle counts as directed by management, and maintain housekeeping to support food grade warehouse requirements
Safe and proficient operation of various forklifts and attachments
Must be alert and pay attention to surroundings at all times
Unload trailers, containers, and railcars following all safety procedures
Complete all receivers thoroughly and accurately and turn in with all appropriate paperwork and attachments (including pictures if required).
Stage and stack all products square and straight according to the requirements provided by each specific account and by the Biagi Bros procedures
Accurately pull appropriate product from assigned locations
Verify all aspects of outbound orders prior to loading
Load all outbound orders following load diagrams that are specific to the product being shipped and the trailer limitations
Must be able to change the forklift battery or propane tank as required
Attend all safety/staff meetings, sign in, and participate
Complete and turn in daily forklift safety check list
Cut and remove seals from railcars, trailers, and containers using appropriate tools and eye protection
Ensure all outside carrier drivers are accompanied by a Biagi Bros employee
Stop/report any non Biagi Bros personal wandering through the facility
Ensure all bay doors and pedestrian doors are closed at breaks and lunches and secure at the end of each shift
Perform all housekeeping duties to support food grade warehouse requirements including: sweeping and mopping if necessary, sweeping and picking up debris in trailers, containers, railcars, warehouse floor, and sweeping exterior docks and picking up broken glass, seals, and debris
Dispose of garbage using dock or self-dumping hoppers only
Recycle broken pallets, plastic, and cardboard per established guidelines
Perform bi-monthly, periodic, and/or annual inventories as directed by the accounts Biagi Bros service
Perform secondary and cycle counts as directed by management
Report any inventory anomalies to account managers or warehouse manager found during dayto-day operations
Report/document any damages found during unloading process or found later in location through use of designated forms
Assist in all areas as needed
Support beer, glass, and wine repack projects
Represent Biagi Bros appropriately in relationship with owners, management, peers, employees, accounts, customers, carriers, and suppliers
Punctuality and regular attendance is mandatory
Other duties and assignments as requested by management