Job Location : Ottawa,KS, USA
POSITION SUMMARY The Forklift Driver operates and maintains a sit-down forklift to load and unload pallets to and from trailers as well as move pallets to correct locations throughout the warehouse. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) Complete daily inspections of forklift using checklist. Ensure forklift is in safe operating condition. Refuel tanks, following procedures to change out propane tanks or charge electric tanks. Complete and confirm accuracy of loads on paper or electronically, verifying counts of good and bad loads as well as being the last to inspect all trailer loads. Move pallets from one area to another in the warehouse. Ensure that all materials that are moved from one location to the next are properly accounted for and marked for proper documentation. Maintain a clean and orderly work environment at all times. Maintain safe working conditions by following guidelines and procedures for handling all related equipment and material. Comply with all Propak policies and procedures, as well as federal and state safety rules. Assist in other areas of the warehouse as assigned to support and improve the overall team operations. Adjust as needed to new reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules to meet the company needs and business requirements. Attendance at work is an essential function of this job. Cooperate and work well with team members and management, maintaining clear and open communications at all times. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Competency Statement(s) Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for one's actions. Attendance - Ability to consistently attend work. Communication, Written/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing. Productivity - Ability to meet production goals. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. SKILLS & ABILITIES Education:High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred Experience:6+ months experience preferred. Computer Skills:May use computer for initiating trailer moves or electronic devices for inventory tracking. Certifications & Licenses:Must pass Propak's forklift certification test. Other Requirements: Propak Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting [email protected]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. At Propak, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We actively seek and encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen.