Hourly Forklift Operator

About the role

As a Rail Forklift Operator, you’ll be part of a productive team, transporting merchandise to, from, and within the warehouse to put away, drop down, and rotate full pallets of stock through the warehouse inventory reserve racks using a sit down Forklift. This is a fast-paced role, perfect for energetic individuals who are highly organized and like to stay active.

Responsibilities

• Transport merchandise to/from receiving dock or reserve slots to proper location in the warehouse
• Maintain the proper replenishment in the computer, using a handheld device, when the pallet is put back in the rack
• Stack cases and rotate merchandise
• Refill benches and fill pallet slots
• Select orders when needed
• Move/Slot finished product from production to designated storage area
• Pull finished product from storage and load on trailers
• Maintain accurate records of quantities, pack size and description
• Unload material/product from trailers
• Utilize necessary technology (e.g., voice, RF gun) to select product
• Complete paperwork on transfer of material
• Date pallets with current date
• Complete inspection form on equipment operated
• Change battery in forklift, when applicable
• Keep work area clean; sweep floor slots; clean spills and re-work damage
• Perform sanitation duties when necessary
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Physical demands

• Continually standing, bending, pulling, lifting, pivoting up to 90% of shift
• Walking on various surfaces including concrete, tile, carpet, etc.
• Frequently lifting of product weighing between 1 – 60 lbs. or more
• Frequent lifting of product ranging from floor to overhead
• Possibility of working on multiple levels of varying height
• Safe handling of sharp objects including box cutting tools

Requirements

• Several years of experience operating a sit down forklift
• Strong sense of safety and ability to follow standard safety procedures
• Team-oriented outlook with a passion for helping others
• Desire to work with a team to support causes that positively impact our communities
• Ability and willingness to follow all material handling equipment safe operating procedures

Benefits

• Paid training provided
• Weekly pay
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, company matched 401k)
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• In certain locations C&S offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Environment

Warehouse: Grocery Warehouse (50°F to 90°F)