Forklift Operator

About the role

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator loads, unloads, and stores products and/or materials using various types of lift equipment. This includes reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive-in pallet racking. The Forklift Operator also uses equipment to scan products and print labels, completes paperwork, and operates inventory management systems as needed. They ensure product rotation procedures are followed and complete cycle counts as required. Additionally, they conduct daily safety inspections and maintain a clean, inspection-ready facility for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs. They communicate and report any incidents to their supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive-in pallet racking.
• Load, unload, and store products and/or materials.
• Use equipment to scan product and print labels.
• Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Complete cycle count as required.
• Perform daily safely inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
• May perform housekeeping duties.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Pass Background and Drug screen.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

Skills

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• Employer Paid Holidays - 10 days.