Stand Up Forklift Operator

ECONOMY WHOLESALE GROCERS • El Paso, TX

1d • $15 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Stand Up Forklift Operator picks, packs, and ships supplies and merchandise to local and international customers accurately and on time. The role safely transports, sorts, and stocks merchandise, performs quality inspections, maintains accurate merchandise records, replenishes stock, and supports customers. Work is at the Cotton Distribution Center at 100 S. Cotton St., El Paso, TX 79901. The schedule is Sunday night through Thursday night, 9:30 PM to 6:00 AM.

Requirements

• One year of related experience or equivalent.
• Familiarity with shipping practices and handling methods.
• Six months to one year of stand-up forklift experience.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Commitment to excellence and high standards.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work with changing priorities.
• Acute attention to detail and ability to maintain high scanning accuracy.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport incoming and outgoing merchandise to designated areas using appropriate tools and vehicles, including a handheld device, forklift, or electric pallet jack.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing merchandise for quality and ensure merchandise is recorded correctly.
• Sort and place merchandise on racks, shelves, or bins according to inventory procedures.
• Replenish merchandise from reserve stock as needed.
• Accurately pick and pack customer orders as needed.
• Remove damaged merchandise and place it in its designated area.
• Maintain proper rotation of merchandise.
• Prioritize safety, including pedestrian traffic and forklift operation, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment, including clean docks and aisles.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Complete required administrative tasks and prepare reports and correspondence.
• Assist customers and provide excellent customer service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Low-cost medical coverage
• Company-paid dental insurance
• Company-paid vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Company holidays

What This Job Offers

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