Lift Truck Operator

Live Comfortably LLC•Martinsville, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lift Truck Operators are responsible for operating varied styles and models of Powered Industrial Trucks to transport, locate, relocate, stack, and load and unload finished goods, raw materials and other products within warehouse (inventory/receiving), distribution, and production areas. Lift Operators are expected to maneuver the forklift at a reasonable and prudent speed, watching closely for pedestrians or other motorized vehicles as well as fine manipulation with a respect to the preservation of product, building structure and property. Operating a lift truck is a specialized job that requires training and authorization by the company. The Operator is expected to have the mechanical knowledge and skills to operate a lift truck in a safe and professional manner under all conditions. This position places a strong significance on responsibility, safety, effective teamwork, clear communication, sound judgment, mechanical orientation, and a dedication to the quality of our product. All Keeco associates play a crucial role in meeting our customer requirements and are expected after initial training to perform with minimal supervision. Associates may be asked to assist with other duties and work in other departments when needed to meet those requirements.

Requirements

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to read, write and follow directions
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Strong teamwork with ability to Establish and Maintain Relationships in a professional manner
Exhibits a High sense of Urgency and works well under pressure and accelerated time-lines
Possess a Positive Manner and Approach
Practices Sound Judgement with the ability to make decisions in a timely manner
Adaptable and Flexible
High level of Responsibility and Reliability to include maintaining good attendance
Strong Safety Orientation.

Responsibilities

Maintains PIT certification.
Observes all Safety Rules and operates without harm to person or property.
Performs duties of general help and job assignments as required.
Load, unload, move, stack, pick, consolidate, and stage product rotation and storage of product and materials in Finished Goods and WIP areas, racks, bins or shelves according to predetermined sequence or product code.
Assist team members in picking, staging, loading, unloading, rotation and storage of product.
Replenishment from bulk to cases and “eaches” isles for pickers to pick orders.
Order Selecting / picking for PAB, LTL, UPS/FedEx.
Consolidating and moving inventory.
Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions, as required.
Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
Inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment daily.
Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
Assist in physical inventories.