What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lift Operator position at Ashley Job Opportunities?
Lift Operator
The Lift Operator role is responsible for safely and efficiently operating material handling equipment, specifically lift trucks and forklifts, to move furniture and case good products within the warehouse premises. This role involves loading and unloading furniture items from trucks, transporting them to designated storage areas, and assisting with the organization of inventory.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform safety check of powered industrial vehicle prior to operation
- Operate powered industrial vehicles in a safe and appropriate manner
- Use scanning equipment to locate product in Distribution Center and ensure accurate inventory
- Pick orders and stage for shipment following the scan move scan
- Manipulate products safely and effectively using the Standard Operational Procedure for proper lifting.
- Inform supervisor of needed backorders of product, scanning problems or product out of sequence
- Inform supervisor of damaged and misplaced products
- Perform a trailer audit (verify trailer number, cleanliness, condition) prior to loading and inform supervisor of any deficiencies.
- Perform the job satisfactorily at a sustained level of productivity.
- Follow all OSHA and Company established safety rules and procedures
- Follow all standard operating procedures while working at assigned positions
- Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.
What You Bring
- Legally Authorized to work in the US.
- Age 18 or older.
- Regularly lift objects over 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to transport loads of 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Maintain reliable attendance.
- Thrive in a team environment.