Forklift Operator - 1st shift - 7:00am to 5:30pm - Sunday - Wednesday
Allen Distribution · Independence, MO · 2 mo ago
Management$18.5/hrFull-time
About the role
Use of power equipment to load and unload product. Safely move, locate, relocate, stack and count product.
Responsibilities
- Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays).
- Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).
- Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work.
- Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.
- Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.
- Maintain daily housekeeping of the operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc...
- Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.
- Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines.
- Follows Directions: Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc...
- Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
- Follows all rules, guideline, and practices.
- Follow established Dock Safety policy.
- Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
- Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
- Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
- Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
- Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
- Complete all Inbound and Outbound paper work accurately and completely.
- Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
- Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.
- Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.
Qualifications
- Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
- Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
- Able to lift 50lbs., sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
- Able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
- Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
Skills
- Customer First – Positive attitude towards customers.
- Treat everybody with respect and dignity.
- Operate with high business ethics.
- Value professional relationships.
- Strive for continuous improvement.
- Commitment to employee and equipment safety.
- Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Reliability to arrive prepared for work and complete tasks in a timely, accurate and consistent manner.
- Initiative to seek out additional work and go above and beyond required tasks.
- Willingness to learn new tasks and techniques as job task requirements change.
- Quality of work: Maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines, produce accurate, thorough and professional work, understand the importance of "Only Handle It Once – OHIO" by completing work correctly the first time, follow directions, and promote teamwork.
- Communication: Share all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company, report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
- Safety: Follow all rules, guidelines, and practices, inform supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.
Benefits
- Company Expectations: Perform in a manner that will ensure long term success, live by company stated values, inspire others, and maintain an appropriate appearance and dress code.
Pay
$18.50/Hourly
Schedule
1st shift - 7:00am to 5:30pm - Sunday - Wednesday