Forklift Operator

Overview

Join our dynamic logistics team as a Forklift Operator and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient movement of materials within our warehouse. This energetic position offers the opportunity to operate a variety of heavy equipment, manage inventory, and support warehouse distribution processes. We are seeking motivated individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to maintaining the highest safety standards while optimizing warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various types of forklifts including reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and pallet jacks to load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
• Manage inventory using warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning for logistics, and manual counting methods to track stock levels accurately.
• Assist with order picking, shippingreceiving, and material handling tasks to fulfill customer orders efficiently.
• Follow strict forklift safety protocols and OSHA guidelines to prevent accidents and promote a safe working environment.
• Support warehouse management by organizing storage areas, stacking pallets safely, and ensuring proper manual handling techniques are used during heavy lifting tasks.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors to coordinate distribution activities, optimize space utilization, and improve overall workflow.

Experience

• Proven experience operating forklift equipment such as reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, or Hi-Lo forklifts in a warehouse or distribution setting.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning technology, and inventory management procedures.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety standards including OSHA regulations and forklift safety protocols.
• Experience with materials handling equipment operation like pallet jacks and lift trucks for heavy lifting tasks.
• Prior work in shippingreceiving environments with a focus on order picking, loadunload procedures, and manual handling techniques.
• Warehouse supervisor experience or familiarity with warehouse distribution processes is a plus.
• Strong basic math skills for inventory counts and measurements; ability to perform equipment repairs or troubleshoot minor issues is advantageous.

Join us as a Forklift Operator and become an essential part of our team dedicated to excellence in warehouse operations! Your expertise will help us deliver outstanding service while maintaining a safe and efficient workplace environment.