Forklift Operator I, Warehouse 1st Shift

About the role

The Forklift Operator will safely and efficiently operate a forklift to transport product within the warehouse. This position also performs receiving and/or shipping functions as assigned and assists with daily cycle count and yearly physical inventory processes.

Responsibilities

• Record product transfers within the warehouse and provide real-time updates to the Oracle inventory management system using the radio frequency bar coding system. If the system is unavailable, accurately record products transferred on a Move Ticket and return it to the Warehouse Supervisor for immediate update.
• Operate forklifts safely to prevent damage to product, pallet racks, trucks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment while loading/unloading trucks, transferring, and storing products.
• Process all inbound and/or outbound shipments in a timely manner in accordance with applicable SOPs.
• Perform daily forklift inspections, document findings on the daily checklist, and report any equipment problems to the Warehouse Supervisor immediately.
• Perform cycle count and physical inventory processes according to set counting schedules. Accurately record counts and report any variances found.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, monitoring for any safety issues. Notify the Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, or Security immediately of any unsafe working conditions or practices.
• Immediately report any accidents witnessed or involved in to the Warehouse Supervisor, management staff, or Security.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned or necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of forklift operator and general warehousing experience.
• Experience with warehousing operations related to product movement, inventory systems, and forklift operations.
• Experience with radio frequency bar code scanners.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervision.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English with good oral communication skills.
• Ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderately stressful environment.
• Ability to respond effectively and positively in a rapidly changing warehouse environment.
• Clean, neat, organized, and alert demeanor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience in general warehousing.

Benefits

• Group Health Programs: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Other Voluntary Benefit Programs: 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave, and time off for voting.