Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - 8:30am to 5:00pm, Sun - Thurs

About the role

The Forklift Operator position within the Operations department reports directly to the General Manager. This role is full-time, working a 1st shift from 8:30am to 5:00pm, Sunday through Thursday.

Responsibilities

• Works the hours needed to support business goals including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Remains flexible and open-minded, performing a variety of job tasks and transitioning between them effectively.
• Absent without prior notice to supervisor can result in attendance points.
• Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude and lives by the company’s stated values, inspiring others.
• Willing to learn new tasks and approaches them with enthusiasm.
• Seeks out additional work when tasks are completed and goes above and beyond required tasks.
• Participates in pre-shift meetings and department meetings.
• Displays pride in the work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of the operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc.
• Promotes teamwork and assists in all areas and processes within the operation as needed.
• Maintains high standards of quality work despite tight deadlines.
• Produces accurate, thorough, and professional work.
• Completes work according to the “Only Handle It Once” (OHIO) principle, ensuring work is done correctly the first time.
• Fulfills all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leaders, etc.
• Maintains an appropriate appearance and follows the established dress code guidelines for their position.
• Follows all rules, guidelines, and practices related to safety, reporting unsafe conduct or conditions immediately to supervisor or manager.
• Meets established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Understands and applies the stocking strategy of the operations building they are assigned to.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Ensures inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage-free.
• Scans products accurately and ensures they match the item codes on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
• Completes all Inbound and Outbound paperwork accurately and completely.
• Reports all product damage to their supervisor/manager.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Maintains inventory accuracy and reports all discrepancies to supervisor/manager.
• Knowledgeable about multiple accounts and/or job functions within the given operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, and reach above shoulder level.
• Work in a non-climate controlled environment.

Skills

• Customer service orientation
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management
• Physical stamina and strength

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $18.00 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling to support business needs.
• Opportunity to learn and grow within the company.
• Positive work culture emphasizing customer service, ethics, and continuous improvement.

Pay

$18.00/Hourly

Schedule

1st Shift - 8:30am to 5:00pm, Sunday - Thursday