Forklift Operator

Responsibilities

• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to appropriate locations.
• Stacks and stores products in designated areas using a forklift, push-pull, or other powered equipment.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment by ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded.
• Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers and the production floor.
• Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following the established warehouse safety standards/regulations.
• Immediately report any incidents or accidents involving PIT equipment to a Supervisor/Manager.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security.
• Affords assistance in physical inventories.
• Ensures proper stock rotation.
• May require performing picking duties in an efficient manner.
• All other duties assigned, based on the business the warehouse supports.

Requirements

• At least 1 years’ experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment.
• Maintain compliance with CTDI's PIT certification requirements.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail in task completion.
• Basic knowledge of computers and MS Office (Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Previous experience working in a high-volume distribution, manufacturing, technical service (i.e. testing and repair) or forward logistics operation.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Time-management skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Warehouse environment.
• The ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50 lbs., if necessary.
• The ability to stand and walk for an extended period of time, if necessary.
• The ability to bend, push, pull, twist, and reach in a continuous/repetitive capacity, if necessary.

Benefits

• Weekly pay every Thursday.
• Monthly Incentive Bonus.
• Positive, team-oriented, inclusive workplace.
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Coverage.
• Paid holidays, vacation, & sick/personal time.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Tuition reimbursement.