Forklift Operator I

About the role

Join us at AIT, where we believe every day presents an opportunity to make a global impact! We’re problem solvers, driven by our curiosity and creativity, in endless pursuit of solutions for our customers. Together, we champion the strength of our global teams. And, as trusted advisors, we go above and beyond, working together in a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure customer satisfaction. Through the company's continued growth, we challenge ourselves to be better, continuously learning and growing in our dynamic environment. Helping others is at the core of our culture, join us in finding fulfillment by giving back to our local communities as the united team that is AIT.

Responsibilities

Transfer goods and materials from incoming and outbound shipments via a forklift. Move materials throughout the warehouse.

• Operate a manually controlled gasoline or electric powered Forklift to pick-up, deliver or move materials around the warehouse location
• Able to operate standard lifting devices and other basic material handling equipment
• Operate machinery to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials
• Perform the following: loads, unloads and stacks materials onto lifting device, weighs material or products and records on production schedules
• Perform safety checks on lifts
• The ability to follow instructions, either while working independently, or as part of a team
• Comply with all company policies and legal guidelines
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance

Qualifications

High School degree / GED or Work equivalent Required

0-3 years of experience, with 0-1 year of required experience

Skills

• Reading and writing English, knowledge of airport codes destinations and basic geography knowledge
• Exhibits strong typing skills/or data entry skills
• Must be detail oriented and able to work in a fast pace, high volume environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Actively participates in safety policies, activities and implementations
• Knowledge of regulatory affairs, customs or other business areas of logistics
• Knowledge of financial processes and rating methodology
• Specialized computer knowledge
• Forklift Certification Upon Hire Required

Benefits

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position)

• Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support
• Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement
• Up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually