What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at HRBP?
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Forklift Operator to join our dynamic warehouse team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for efficiently handling materials, operating various types of forklifts and material handling equipment, and ensuring the safe movement of goods throughout our distribution center. Your expertise will help maintain smooth warehouse operations, support inventory accuracy, and uphold safety standards across all activities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced logistics environment where safety, precision, and teamwork are paramount.
Duties
- Safely operate a variety of forklifts including reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, and pallet jacks to load, unload, and transport materials within the warehouse.
- Manage inventory by accurately scanning barcodes, updating warehouse management systems (WMS), and conducting regular stock counts to ensure inventory integrity.
- Pick and prepare orders efficiently using order picker equipment while adhering to shipping and receiving protocols.
- Load and unload trucks with heavy materials using proper manual handling techniques and heavy equipment operation standards in compliance with OSHA safety regulations.
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal operation and safety compliance.
- Assist in warehouse distribution tasks including organizing storage areas, stacking pallets safely, and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Follow all forklift safety protocols, manual handling guidelines, and warehouse safety standards to prevent accidents and promote a safe working environment.
Qualifications
- Proven experience operating forklift types such as reach trucks, cherry pickers, clamp trucks, Hi-Lo forklifts, or similar material handling equipment.
- Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning for logistics, shipping & receiving procedures, and inventory management practices.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations related to forklift operation and warehouse safety standards in production environments.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently while maintaining proper manual handling techniques.
- Basic math skills for measuring quantities, reading labels or barcodes, and calculating weights or dimensions as needed.
- Prior experience in warehouse operations or distribution centers is highly preferred; warehouse supervisor experience is a plus.
- Valid certification for forklift operation; additional certifications such as cherry picker or clamp truck operation are advantageous.
Join us in creating a safe, efficient, and energized warehouse environment where your skills make a real impact!
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 50.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18