Forklift Operator

SUMMARY:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

This job description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receiving/Put-Away: Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.

Quality: Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.

Procedures: Follow step by step all procedures

Order Picking: Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped. Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.

Schedule: Follow schedule accurate

Loading: Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.

Equipment: Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment. Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions, as required. Maintain the facilitys equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

Inventory: Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.

Safety, Sanitation, Security: Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety. Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards.

Maintenance: Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Training & Experience):

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Forklift certification preferred and operate an order picker.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS: (If license(s) or certification(s) is required to practice a trade or profession, you must attach a copy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of part numbers and part usage and understand applications for use.
• Familiarity with material handling and radio frequency equipment is needed.
• Ability to communicate in English and Spanish clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
• Ability to maintain a good and positive working relationship with all co-workers and other contacts.
• Required to comply with all JAMCOs policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed outside having a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements, such as: fumes, smoke or gases, dust, grease, and oils. Work involves rotating shifts and working extended workdays outside the regular working hours and on-call. Capable of working closely with others, and with moving objects or vehicles in an excessive noisy environment. Exposure to unknown and dangerous conditions. Work requires straight pulling, simple and dual simultaneous grasping, standing, sitting, crouching, twisting, pushing, stooping, reaching above shoulders, climbing stairs, walking, carrying over 45 pounds, and moderate lifting over 45 pounds. Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of colors, and hear is needed to perform essential functions.

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Forklift certification preferred and operate an order picker.