Forklift Operator - Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm

Purpose of Position

Use of power equipment to load and unload product. Safely move, locate, relocate, stack and count product.

Values and Business Practices

• Customer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitude
• We treat everybody with respect and dignity
• We operate with high business ethics
• We are a good corporate citizen
• We value our professional relationships
• We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture”
• We are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilities

Company Expectations

• Flexibility: Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open‑minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi‑task).
• Reliability: Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plans and schedules time off in advance with supervisor or manager. Avoids unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.
• Attitude: Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.
• Willingness to learn: Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.
• Initiative: Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participates in pre‑shift meetings and department meetings. Displays pride in work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc.
• Quality of Work: Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work. Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, completing work correctly the first time.
• Communication: Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Reports all issues to manager/supervisor.
• Appearance: Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with established dress code guidelines.
• Safety: Follows all rules, guidelines, and practices. Informs supervisor/manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Competency

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb., sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to work in a non‑climate controlled environment.

Position Expectations

Productivity

• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building assigned.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.

Safety

• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
• Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.

Quality

• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error‑ and damage‑free.
• Ensure product is scanned properly and matches the item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
• Complete all inbound and outbound paperwork accurately and completely.
• Report all product damage to supervisor/manager.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report any inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.

Initiative

• Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within the given operation.

Schedule & Pay

First Shift – 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday – Friday. $18.00 per hour.