What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Peeples Industries, Inc.?
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Atlantic Marine Warehouse Co. is seeking a full-time experienced Forklift. We offer an extensive benefits package, medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, paid vacation, paid sick leave, 401K, and paid holidays!
Job Description:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and loading material. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform other duties as assigned by management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Unloads inbound shipments from containers or railcars, safely and moves product to storage locations.
- Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using a forklift, clamp, push-pull or other powered equipment.
- Pulls and prepares products for shipment.
- Ensures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
- Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into containers.
- Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
- Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security.
- Assists in physical inventories.
- General computer knowledge a plus.
- Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- At least 1 year forklift operating experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment.
- Experience using roll clamp and/or paper clamp.
- Forklift certification, or ability to obtain certification.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays as needed.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening to include, drug screen, physical and background check.
- Ability to qualify for TWIC card.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.
