Warehouse Forklift Operator (Monday - Friday 2-10:30pm)

Customized Distribution Service•Allentown, PA

18h

About The Position

The Warehouse Operator carries out goals and objectives set by the Operations Supervisor and/or Manager to support an effective and efficient warehouse. The role involves manually moving, stacking, unstacking, and handling packages for transport or storage, and operating powered forklift equipment to move product throughout a distribution center. The operator processes written and verbal communications and completes work assignments as directed. The position includes loading, unloading, receiving, and selecting orders; maintaining inventory accuracy; inspecting products and pallets for damage; following equipment inspection and sign-out procedures; supporting new-hire training; and participating in warehouse housekeeping. The operator must follow company policies and attendance standards and maintain competency in forklift operation, RF systems, and warehouse equipment. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Three to six months of experience using at least one of the following: sit-down, stand-up, walkie-rider, Hi-Lo forklift, or Cherry Picker.
Three to six months of prior warehouse experience.
Ability to use a computer and word-processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to compose reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret bar graphs; and correctly read and process long strings of digits.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including repeatedly lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting and standing for extended periods, walking, reaching, handling items, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, or crouching.
Vision abilities including proximate vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience using Warehouse Management System (WMS) software.
Knowledge of RF-based warehouse technologies and experience operating RF equipment.

Responsibilities

Comply with company attendance and tardiness standards.
Load and unload products safely and accurately.
Operate several forklift types, including sit-down, stand-up, walkie-rider, and Hi-Lo forklifts.
Maintain competency and certification for safe operation of different forklifts.
Operate warehouse equipment, including RF scanners and pallet jacks.
Pick orders for transport.
Maintain product inventory and verify quantities being shipped to clients.
Stack products in appropriate locations.
Assess products and pallets for damage and notify supervisors.
Perform receiving, loading, and order selection processes as assigned by the Operations Supervisor.
Follow procedures for equipment inspections and sign-out.
Assist with training newly hired personnel.
Participate in daily warehouse housekeeping.
Maintain competency and working knowledge of the RF system and equipment.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and expected standards of behavior.