Job Summary: The Forklift Loader contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the warehouse through accurate inventory and rotation duties, maintaining good housekeeping standards, repack and restock loose/broken merchandise, and safe operation of powered equipment. Driving a forklift to load and unload pallets of products.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Lives and models BROWN VALUES in everything we do.
• Driving a forklift to move pallets of products.
• Unload shuttle trailer with product to be sorted.
• Load delivery trucks with correct pallets.
• Repackaging and restocking broken or loose merchandise.
• Properly sorting, stacking, wrapping, and loading dunnage.
• Immediately reporting equipment damage or repairs needed.
• Following all safety practices as instructed.
• Maintain clean work areas, sweeping floors, organizing stock.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift up to 30 lbs. continuously and 60 lbs. intermittently.
• Must be able to bend, stoop and climb on a frequent basis.
• Frequently entering and exiting the forklift.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.

Work Environment:

• Exposed to cold and hot conditions.
• Work in warehouse and dock area with little temperature controls.

Qualifications:

• Ability to operate inventory tracking device.
• Previous forklift experience.