What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Bozzuto's, Inc.?
Position Overview:
As a Warehouse Reach Truck (Forklift) Operator your responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing a reach truck to move, lift, stack and retrieve product within the warehouse. You will be responsible for moving product from the dock, pulling from reserve slots and filling pallet slots.
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As a Warehouse Reach Truck (Forklift) Operator your responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing a reach truck to move, lift, stack and retrieve product within the warehouse. You will be responsible for moving product from the dock, pulling from reserve slots and filling pallet slots.
Responsibilities:
- Transporting products from receiving dock or reserve slots to appropriate location within the warehouse
- Maintaining proper replenishments in the computer system that utilizes a hand held scanning device
- Moving pallets of products to designated bay location(s) based on assigned transaction
- Maintaining accurate records of quantities, pack sizes and descriptions by performing regular counts and ensuring proper labeling
- Achieving and maintaining established productivity standards based on company standards
- Completing pre-shift and post shift inspection of equipment following company guidelines, reporting any mechanical issues to facilities maintenance
- Accurately reading pallet tags at minimum of 40ft high
- Removing wrapping from pallets when filling slots
- Assist in cleaning and maintaining a safe working environment in the warehouse
- Flexibility to work various or additional shifts, as needed including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Flexibility to work in various environments based on business needs
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Environment:
- Varying temperatures based on the assigned working environment
- Grocery/Dairy
Schedule:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 7 AM Start-Completion (Grocery)
- Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Saturday 9 AM-7:30 PM
Rate:
- $18.50/hour
Experience:
- Preferred: One (1) year distribution, warehouse or relevant experience
- Preferred: Reach truck experience (Stand up forklifts; Reach Trucks etc)
- Preferred: Proficiency in English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with associates and leadership
Skills:
- Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies to all associates; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift
- Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment - getting on and off equipment throughout shift
- Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
- Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
- Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives
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