Forklift Operator

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for operating a forklift and other material handling equipment for the purpose of shipping, receiving, and picking. Activities may include but are not limited to loading or unloading, scanning, moving, staging, replenishing, and stacking product. This individual is also responsible for counting and inspecting product and notifying leadership when there are damages or discrepancies. These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Shipping Responsibilities: Using a gas or electric powered forklift to load outbound shipments, move product, and stack products or materials. Efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate doors and trailers.
• Receiving Responsibilities: Using a gas or electric powered forklift to unload inbound shipments, move product, replenish, stack and store products or materials. Efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the appropriate storage areas.
• Picking Responsibilities: Using a gas or electric powered forklift to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands. Efficiently and accurately pick products and stage in the appropriate areas. Stack, package, band, shrink wrap, and label product(s) as determined by client requirements.
• Quality Control Responsibilities: Ensuring that all products and orders are received, handled, and shipped correctly. Verify that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies. Stack, package, shrink wrap, and label product(s).
• Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance: Executing all safety protocols, maintaining a clean, neat, orderly work area, and assisting in security of the warehouse. Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS Standards.
• Equipment Operation: Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods. Maintain an active forklift certification.
• Maintenance: Performing or assisting in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as assigned. Works overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment. Able to operate MHE.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations: Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Other: Ability to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills. RF Scanners. WMS functions.
• Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal).
• Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products.
• Other: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to accomplish job tasks in a timely manner. Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 1-3 years’ experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment. 1-3 years forklift experience. Current or prior MHE certification.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally: Handling/Fingering, Sitting
• Frequently: Bending
• Constantly: Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull: 21-50 pounds. Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.