Forklift Operator Job DescriptionA forklift operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift or other powered industrial trucks to move materials and products within a warehouse, manufacturing facility, or construction site. The primary goal is to ensure the safe handling of materials while maintaining a high level of productivity.Responsibilities
- Identify, separate, label, and quarantine defective materials
- Assist the department in unloading and placement of materials into designated areas
- Ability to maintain situational awareness
- Firm commitment to safety
- Operating warehouse equipment (stand up reach/order picker, pallet rider and/or pallet jacks) for product movement, storage, inventory
- Utilizing WMS, Inventory Software/Platforms, Voice-Picking Platforms, and/or RF Scanners
- Loading, Unloading, Storing, Racking, Picking, Selecting according to work instructions & tickets
- Operating mobile equipment in a safe manner for self and co-workers/colleagues
- Performing daily equipment inspections, to ensure safe operations
- Performing monthly cleaning
- Operating and Maintaining compactor
Qualifications
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must pass the internal Forklift certification course bi-annually, or as requested by management.
- Complete compactor training
- 1-2 years of forklift operator experience in a warehouse environment
- Ability to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math.
- Ability to to navigate and work on a laptop and ipad, ensuring efficient and effective use of technology.
- Must be at least 18 years old
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, health benefits, and ancillary benefits for you and your dependents on the first day of employment.
- 10 Paid Vacation Days
- 3 Paid Sick Days (after completing 90 days of employment)
- 2 Paid PTO Days (after completing 90 days of employment)