Job Description

As a Warehouse Reach Truck (Forklift) Operator, your responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing a reach truck to move, lift, stack, and retrieve product within the warehouse. You will be responsible for moving product from the dock, pulling from reserve slots, and filling pallet slots.

Responsibilities

• Transporting products from the receiving dock or reserve slots to the appropriate location within the warehouse
• Maintaining proper replenishments in the computer system that utilizes a hand-held scanning device
• Moving pallets of products to designated bay location(s) based on assigned transaction
• Maintaining accurate records of quantities, pack sizes, and descriptions by performing regular counts and ensuring proper labeling
• Achieving and maintaining established productivity standards based on company standards
• Completing pre-shift and post-shift inspection of equipment following company guidelines, reporting any mechanical issues to facilities maintenance
• Accurately reading pallet tags at a minimum of 40ft high
• Removing wrapping from pallets when filling slots
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining a safe working environment in the warehouse
• Flexibility to work various or additional shifts, as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Flexibility to work in various environments based on business needs
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Environment:

• Varying temperatures based on the assigned working environment

Schedule

• Sunday - Thursday
• 4:00pm start
• 8 hour shifts + Overtime as needed by the business

Rate:

• $20.61/hour

Experience

• Preferred: One (1) year of distribution, warehouse, or relevant experience
• Preferred: Reach truck experience (stand-up forklifts; Reach Trucks, etc)
• Preferred: Proficiency in English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with associates and leadership

Skills

• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies to all associates; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift
• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.Standing, bending, lifting, and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature-controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment – getting on and off equipment throughout shift
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
• Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives