Forklift Operator - Camp Chef

About the role

This role involves providing high-level customer service and ensuring all inbound and outbound shipments are accurate, free of damage, and processed efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and instruct others on the operation of material moving equipment, including stand-up forklifts and related vehicles within the warehouse.
• Determine the sequence for loading and unloading shipments for optimal space utilization, safety, and damage prevention.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment daily.
• Perform computer lookups and inquiries to determine product locations and descriptions.
• Receive, stock inbound shipments; unload and load materials onto or from shipping containers, pallets, racks, and shelves.
• Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recording amounts of items received, and counting physical inventory.
• Operate manual dollies, platform lifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and hand tools used in warehouse operations safely and as instructed.
• Identify and report obvious damage to equipment and materials through visual inspection.
• Stock, arrange, and rotate warehouse items according to standard operating procedures and/or supervisor's guidance.
• Pack and weigh orders as necessary to ensure correct products and quantities are picked and prepared for shipment.
• Prepare orders by ensuring correct products and quantities are picked and prepared for shipment.
• Stage material in proper locations for shipment.
• Operate voice-directed picking equipment - able to hear and speak into a headset.
• Attend to details and follow directions to meet deadlines.
• Follow all safety and security procedures.
• Meet or exceed accuracy and productivity expectations.
• Absorb and assist in other departments of the warehouse as necessary.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have 1 to 2 years of related experience and/or education.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Must be an adaptive learner capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining focus, and adapting to various challenges.
• Positive attitude - work as part of a team and/or independently.
• Active listening skills.
• Basic math, reading, and voice comprehension are essential.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English for business and safety purposes.
• Reliable transportation.
• Previous knowledge of voice replenishment and RF equipment is preferred.
• Previous receiving experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of general warehouse layout, item identification, warehouse procedures, and storage areas.

Benefits

The company offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, paid holidays, PTO, and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $19.00. The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.