Warehouse Helper/Forklift Operator

As a trusted industry leader with over 20 years of experience in the fabrication and installation of natural stone,
Universal Stone seeks motivated, reliable, organized, and hardworking individuals to grow with the company as our business expands.

Summary

The Forklift Operator is in charge of loading and unloading materials, both incoming and outgoing of the facility. 

Job Description:

• Evaluate items on packet for accuracy
• Locate and pull stone slabs to prepare for fabrication
• Allocate slabs in inventory 
• Unload shipping containers safely.
• Inspect slabs for cracks.
• Follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions

• Follow all forklift safety policies and procedures
• Relocate items within the warehouse or factory.
• Maneuvering forklift slabs safely in a busy environment.
• Keep the Warehouse clean, organized, and safe by ensuring that remnants and deliveries are put in the correct location and that everything is stored neatly and safely.
• Performs general maintenance and daily preventative equipment checks to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs
• Organize and sort incoming deliveries of slabs. 
• Evaluate items against packets for accuracy, including job number and color.
• Clean and store all equipment at the end of the shift
• Secure loads to prevent damage or drops
• Remove empty containers, cardboard packing, and strapping and deposit items in the proper receptacles.
• Locate and label stone slabs to prepare for fabrication.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations, OSHA programs and company policies, procedures
• Perform other duties to support the company's goals and mission.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure

Education and Experience:

• High school Diploma or GED
• Warehouse And Manufacturing Experience Preferred
• A year or more of recent, verifiable forklift experience.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
•  Paid Holidays

Work Location:

4806 Rozzelles Ferry Rd

Charlotte, NC 28216
United States

Schedule:

• Day shift 7 am - 4 pm
• Monday to Friday

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work in excessive heat, dampness, and cold

Physical Demands

To perform the essential functions of this role, you must be able to:

-Stand for long periods.
-Bend at the knees and waist.
-Regularly lift and move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and move 50 lbs. (or more with assistance)
-Regularly push and pull objects, push carts, and other equipment.

Universal Stone is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic outlined by federal, state, or local laws.