What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at EVEREADY EXPRESS?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Staff member to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a certified forklift driver with a focus on safety, efficiency, and organization. You will be responsible for loading/unloading trailers, maintaining inventory, and supporting the team to ensure smooth operations in our warehouse. This role includes both routine tasks and occasional two-man delivery support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate forklifts safely to load and unload trailers, straight trucks, and vans.
- Log all shipments in and out using software programs such as Sortly, e-Courier, etc.
- Stage and print Bill of Lading (BOL) for outbound shipments.
- Serve as the point of contact (POC) with clients via phone and email for shipments, inquiries, and updates.
- Complete daily inventory, in/out reports, and cycle counts.
- Ensure the warehouse is kept clean, organized, and professional at all times.
- Perform light facility maintenance, including changing light bulbs and reporting other necessary repairs to management.
- Handle up to 50 lbs of inventory and supplies as part of daily operations.
- Assist in organizing and maintaining warehouse supplies, equipment, and tools, including propane for forklift maintenance.
- Complete weekly checklists for equipment maintenance and supplies inventory.
- Ability to ride with a driver for two-man deliveries as needed.
Qualifications:
- Certified Forklift Operator with proven experience.
- Strong attention to safety procedures and commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Good communication skills for client interaction via phone and email.
- Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform warehouse tasks efficiently.
- Flexible work schedule with availability for overtime, early/late shifts, and weekends as needed.
Work Schedule:
- Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (with flexibility for OT, early/late hours, and weekend availability based on business needs).
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to operate a forklift and perform manual warehouse tasks as required.
Weekly Checklist Responsibilities:
- Inspect and maintain forklifts and other warehouse equipment (e.g., check propane levels, perform basic repairs, etc.).
- Inventory check of supplies and tools (e.g., cleaning supplies, packing materials, etc.).
- Complete and submit daily in/out and cycle count reports.
- Ensure facility cleanliness and identify any necessary maintenance or repairs.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $18.41 - $19.03 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Extended hours
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Ability to Commute:
- Clifton, NJ 07011 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Clifton, NJ 07011: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19