Forklift Operator I

Responsibilities

Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following established work practices and safety procedures
Possesses basic understanding of equipment safety and adheres to all safety protocols
Completes and documents required pre-operation inspection forms for equipment
Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment
Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations
Pulls and prepares products for shipment in accordance with customer and operational requirements
Verifies that the correct quantity and product type are loaded and shipped
Moves product from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads
Maintains required documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security
Aids with physical inventory counts and periodic cycle counts as directed
Ensures inventory is rotated in accordance with company standards
Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participates in resolution
Reports safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management promptly
Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Preferred 6 months of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment
Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies

Benefits

This position may also be eligible for an additional $22.25/HOUR based on shift work.
The company offers a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.