What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reach Truck Operator (Stand Up Forklift Operator) position at GDB International, Inc?
Full Time Monday-Friday
1sr shift 7am-3:30pm
We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Reach Truck Operator (Stand-Up Forklift Operator) to join our warehouse team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating a stand-up reach forklift to move, store, locate, and stack materials safely within high-density racking systems. The ideal candidate has strong spatial awareness, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high safety and productivity standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Equipment Operation: Safely operate a stand-up reach truck/forklift to transport, load, and unload palletized inventory into narrow aisles and multi-level rack systems (up to [e.g., 30 feet]).
- Inventory Handling: Retrieve, stage, and store materials efficiently according to bin/rack locations using Warehouse Management System (WMS) scanners or pick sheets.
- Safety & Compliance: Conduct daily pre-shift inspections of the reach truck (checking hydraulics, brakes, battery/fuel levels) and report maintenance issues immediately; adhere to all OSHA and company safety protocols.
- Quality & Accuracy: Verify item counts, product codes, and condition of goods prior to putaway or shipment to minimize inventory errors and damages.
- Warehouse Maintenance: Keep work aisles, dock space, and rack areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of [1–2 years] of experience operating a stand-up reach truck/narrow-aisle forklift in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Certification: Valid forklift operator certification (or ability to pass company certification testing upon hire).
- Technical Skills: Experience using handheld RF barcode scanners and familiarity with basic WMS operations.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and maneuver on equipment for extended periods (8 hour shifts).
- Ability to lift, push, pull up to [50 lbs] occasionally.
- Comfortable working at elevated heights and maneuvering in narrow aisles.
- Attributes: High attention to detail, strong spatial orientation, punctuality, and a strong safety-first mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating other power industrial trucks (e.g., Order Picker/Cherry Picker, Electric Pallet Jack, Sit-Down Forklift).
- Knowledge of inventory control procedures (cycle counting, FIFO).
Send resume or come to apply in person at : 17396 Mockingbird Rd. Nashville IL 62263
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19