Hilo Driver

About the role

Move merchandise throughout the warehouse from receiving to a customer’s car door. Operate a forklift (Hilo) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete required paperwork to support warehouse functions, including tagging or marking orders as requested.
• Move product from staging or storage areas into trucks/trailers and slot product as necessary, completing associated paperwork.
• Count all inbound product, compare to the manifest, and check for damage, infestation, and production dates; report discrepancies to the appropriate manager.
• Compare quantity, quality, labeling, and consignee address to customer orders to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
• Safely and efficiently operate machinery and equipment, including forklifts, and assist in loading/unloading product.
• Participate in physical inventories as required.
• Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work areas; operate in a manner that promotes safety and assists in maintaining warehouse security.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including Order Filler and Checker tasks.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience in a related area (e.g., warehouse operations, production, or support role).
• Experience leveraging technology for daily tasks, including familiarity with MS Office, web navigation, and basic hardware functions.
• Strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with internal teammates and business units.
• Proven track record of taking initiative, working creatively, and demonstrating urgency and assertiveness.

Physical Demands

• Consistently sit, talk, and hear; climb, crouch, or crawl when necessary.
• Operate equipment using hands and fingers; manually carry and move merchandise.
• Drive or ride in a motor vehicle.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.