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Forklift Operator; Heavy Machine OP

Share Integrated Logistics LLC
Surgoinsville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2026

HEAVY MACHINE OPERATOR; FORKLIFT OPERATOR


PART TIME ONLY; (1-3 days per week)

Job Location: SURGOINSVILLE

  • MUST BE VERY EXPERIENCED IN OPERATING FORKLIFTS; a knowledge test will be given to any interviewed applicant
  • MUST PASS DRUG TEST AND BACKGROUND CHECK

Applicants without a resume need not apply.

Description summary

  • Monitor and secure warehouse freight
  • Operate Heavy Machinery; 5 Ton Forklift, Side loader, ect.
  • Ensure accuracy of inventory
  • Optimal Safety Mindset, at all times.

Accountabilities


a. Receive, Ship, and Load freight in and out of warehouse b. Load/Unload dry vans, containers, flat beds, ect..

c. Safe Operation of machinery


d. Accuracy of scanning materials in/out of warehouse using RMS scanning gun

Inventory


e. Manages Inventory using a WMS system/RMS Scanning equipment f. Exception reporting for damages or missing items

g. Accuracy of Inventory Reporting and Scanning

Transfers


h. Receiving and Shipping customer transfer orders in WMS i. Fulfill pick orders for transferred freight

j. Monitor transfer freight in warehouse storage locations k. Communicate with other departments regarding solutions

Fulfilment

l. Fulfill of orders


m. Monitor warehouse storage locations


n. Liaise with warehouse planner for task/assignments

Knowledge/experience

  • Freight forwarding, specifically Ocean and Air freight
  • Knowledge of Industrial Equipment and Heavy Machinery.
  • Customer Service Mindset
  • Safety driven
  • Financial and Operational reporting

Skills

  • Oral and written communication an interpersonal skills in English
  • 510 Years Experience with forklifts, heavy machinery, and/or side loaders.
  • Problemsolving ability
  • GoGetter Attitude
  • Customer Oriented
  • Container, Dry Van, Reefer experience
  • Planning and organizing
  • Safety Mindset
  • Excellent Coordination
  • Good time Management skills

Working Environment

  • Working Relationships: Interaction and collaboration with other departments
  • Ambient Temperatures: Non climate controlled warehouse. Cold in winter/hot in summer
  • Working hours: regular MonFri 7am5pm; AS NEEDED

Performance indicators (KPI'S)

  • Accuracy of order fulfillment
  • Monthly Safety Checks
  • Customer Invoicing accuracy, timeliness and completeness
  • Customer satisfaction for Inbound (through a survey)

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