Tow Motor Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Receive, inspect, and record incoming materials and products.
• Prepare shipments by assembling, packing, and labeling items appropriately.
• Cook up with carriers and freight companies to schedule pickups and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile discrepancies as needed.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
• Keep work area clean and organized to facilitate efficient workflow.
• Absorb other warehouse tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Notify appropriate departments of outgoing shipments.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials.
• Operate forklift and pallet jack.

Qualifications

• Extensive prior tow motor/forklift operating experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to safely handle materials in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of safe loading, unloading, staging, and material-handling practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company-required forklift/tow motor certification.
• Ability and willingness to learn shipping and logistics responsibilities.
• Ability to operate a company box truck, or willingness to become qualified to do so.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently while also supporting production and shipping teams.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust responsibilities based on changing operational needs.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively across both Beachwood facilities.
• Ability to safely operate a tow motor for extended periods.
• Ability to routinely sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and maneuver throughout a manufacturing/warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required within the limitations of the position and applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment and wear required personal protective equipment.