High Reach -Forklift Operator- 1st Shift - 6:00am to 4:30pm - Mon - Thurs

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•Mechanicsburg, PA

About The Position

The High Reach Forklift Operator uses power equipment to load and unload products and safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory. The role supports warehouse operations by meeting account-specific productivity standards, following stocking strategies, standard operating procedures, and customer instructions, and maintaining accurate, damage-free inbound and outbound shipments. The operator is expected to follow dock, safety, and security policies; inspect lift equipment before use; report malfunctions and product damage; accurately scan and document shipments; and maintain inventory accuracy. The position also calls for flexibility across tasks and accounts, reliable attendance, effective communication, initiative, teamwork, and maintaining daily housekeeping in the operations building and related areas. The work is in a non-climate-controlled environment and involves extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, as well as lifting and other physical movements. This is a full-time, first-shift role scheduled Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime when required. The posting also states that employees may need to work hours supporting business needs, including overtime, weekends, and holidays. Pay is $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Ability to use a handheld RF scan device.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Ability to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, safety practices, standard operating procedures, and customer work instructions.
Reliable and punctual attendance and the ability to complete work accurately and consistently.
Professional communication and the ability to report issues to management.

Responsibilities

Use power equipment to load and unload products and safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count product.
Meet established productivity standards for the assigned account.
Understand and follow the stocking strategy for the assigned operations building.
Follow standard operating procedures, customer work instructions, dock safety policies, and safety and security procedures.
Complete an electronic or paper lift inspection before operating equipment.
Report equipment malfunctions promptly to a manager or maintenance.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are free of errors and damage.
Scan products correctly and verify product against item codes, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical inventory.
Complete inbound and outbound paperwork accurately and completely.
Report product damage and inventory discrepancies to a supervisor or manager.
Maintain inventory accuracy.
Develop knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within the operation.
Participate in pre-shift and department meetings, seek additional work when tasks are complete, and assist across operational areas as needed.
Maintain daily housekeeping in the operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, and smoke areas.
Report issues and unsafe conduct or conditions to a supervisor or manager.
Work the hours needed to support business goals, including overtime, weekends, and holidays when required.