Lift Certified Equipuipment Operator

Ashley Furniture Industries•Bowling Green, OH

48d•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Distribution Center Lift Operator may be assigned to different positions within the distribution center as needed. Before starting an assigned position, the operator receives the position-specific standard operating procedure (SOP) and is responsible for learning and following it to ensure consistent, efficient, and safe work. Operators load and unload products from trailers and containers and transport finished goods between production or distribution center locations and loading or unloading areas. The role also includes using scanning equipment to locate products and maintain accurate inventory, picking and staging orders, safely handling products, communicating issues to a supervisor, and meeting a sustained productivity standard of 20 pieces per hour. The operator must follow OSHA and company safety rules, SOPs, attendance policies, and company values. Secondary duties include participating in departmental meetings and training, assisting with training and providing backup to other employees, and completing other assignments or special projects as requested.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong attention to detail.
Basic verbal and written communication skills.
Obtain a valid, company-issued powered industrial vehicle license specific to various areas within the department.
Be self-directed, reliable, and punctual.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Knowledge of a scanning system.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement.

Nice To Haves

One year of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a safety check of powered industrial vehicles before operation.
Operate powered industrial vehicles safely and appropriately.
Use scanning equipment to locate products in the distribution center and ensure accurate inventory.
Pick orders and stage them for shipment, following the scan-move-scan process.
Handle products safely and effectively in accordance with the applicable SOP.
Inform a supervisor of needed product backorders, scanning problems, or products out of sequence.
Inform a supervisor of damaged or misplaced products.
Before loading, audit trailers by verifying the trailer number, cleanliness, and condition, and report any deficiencies to a supervisor (receiving).
Perform the job satisfactorily at a sustained productivity level of 20 pieces per hour.
Follow all OSHA and company-established safety rules and procedures.
Follow all SOPs while working in assigned positions.
Demonstrate the company’s Core and Growth Values while performing job functions.
Comply with attendance policies and procedures.
Participate in departmental meetings, training, and education; assist with training other employees and provide backup.
Complete other assignments and special projects as requested.