Forklift Operator

As a vital member of our team, the Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the efficient movement of furniture and/or houseware products. You'll expertly utilize material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and precisely position merchandise throughout our dynamic distribution center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction. A day in the life as a Forklift Operator... Uses materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/crossdockResponsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilitiesPerforms safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shiftMaintains accurate inventory and reports any discrepanciesPerforms all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operationsCleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areasRotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the businessParticipates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the positionPerforms all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals What you'll bring to the table... Basic English Language proficiencyPossess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the positionMaintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manualsGood communication skillsAbility to work in a team environmentAttention to detail We'd love to hear from you if you have... 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment