What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at ADP Workforce Now?
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Location: Lafayette, NJ
Reports to: Warehouse Manager, New Jersey
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
All Hires will be processed through a Third-Party Agency for temporary assignment.
Primary Purpose:
Under minimal direction, ensure that orders are loaded and unloaded in a timely and efficient manner according to company standards by partnering with the Warehouse Manager and team.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Load and unload equipment off trailers and containers with a forklift
- Inspects equipment for damages and notifies supervisor
- Responsible for pulling and packing orders in a safe timely manner
- Maintenance of inventory, which includes power washing and touchup of equipment
- Maintain accurate and timely inventory records
- Participates in inventory management and counting at required
- Understand all safety procedures. Ensure safe work practices are followed and maintain a safe work environment
- Other duties as assigned
- Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws
Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong work ethic in a team environment and ability to adapt to quickly changing business environment
- Certified forklift driver
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Possess a sense of urgency
- Sound decision making skills
- Valid driver’s license
Minimum Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or GED
Working Conditions:
- Work is typically performed in a warehouse and yard environment in all season weather which requires proper safety precautions. Work requires some physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, or equipment. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Regular work hours are planned as 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Additional hours may be required from time to time.
- All work-related safety gear will be provided by the company
The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job.
Requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/Vets/Disabled