Forklift Warehouse Operator

U.S. Cotton, LLC • Belmont, NC

5d

About The Position

The Forklift Warehouse Operator maintains customer service by shipping customer orders correctly and efficiently. The role verifies and completes customer orders, handles freight movement, and keeps finished-goods and shipping areas organized. The operator uses warehouse equipment safely, follows standard operating procedures and order instructions, and works overtime as assigned to meet customer and company shipping goals. The position reports to the Lead and Production Supervisor and has no direct or indirect supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing and/or warehouse experience.
• High school graduate or GED equivalency.
• Strong math skills.
• Ability to learn and operate a computer according to company programs.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment, including a tow motor, computer, calculator, scales, battery chargers, copier, telephone, and plastic wrap machine.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions for customer orders.
• Tow motor certification.
• Ability to read and use work order pick lists.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to withstand changing temperatures ranging from 85 degrees to -20 degrees.

Responsibilities

• Verify all orders being shipped to ensure shipping efficiency.
• Hand-load or palletize orders onto trucks efficiently.
• Organize inbound and outbound trucks to ensure efficient movement of freight.
• Maintain cleanliness and overall organization of finished-goods and shipping areas.
• Enter data properly and complete customer orders.
• Keep the tow motor clean and its batteries charged.
• Work overtime as assigned to reach customer and company shipping goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED