FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Job Title: Forklift Operator

We are hiring Forklift Operators to support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced distribution environment.  Training provided.

Why Apply:  $18-20 per hour plus variable pay and overtime, Advancement available, Stable work for an established, recognized, and long-standing Company.

Industry Code:  Wholesale Trade 424000 Non-Durable Goods

Job Code:  A9E53-7051(11) Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

Reports To:  Warehouse Manager/Supervisor

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Department of Labor:  53-7051  SOC 960

Description:  Responsible for loading, unloading, and moving materials around the warehouse and storage yard using forklifts and pallet jacks. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Load and unload inventory safely using sit-down forklifts and warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Pick and Stage Orders using warehouse management systems (WMS
• Occasional use of Pallet Jack, Electric
• Occasional use of a wrapping machine
• Verify accuracy, verifying SKUs, checking for damages, and updating inventory by accurately completing shipping/receiving logs, BOLs (Bills of Lading), and inventory records.
• Move Tractor-Trailers around the distribution warehouse area
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace efficiently and perform down-stocking to ensure smooth inventory flow.
• Follow SOPs and safety

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Experience preferred, OSHA Certified Forklift Training Provided
• Valid driver’s license, meets background criteria
• May regularly lift up to 20 lbs and 40-50 lbs occasionally
• Must be detail-oriented
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting pick per hour goals.
• Be dependable and reliable to work Monday through Friday for the assigned shift

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Background Requirements: Employee must pass a background check, including a criminal and motor vehicle check, and a drug screen.

Salary : $37,440 - $38,000