Summary: As the Forklift Operator (heights), you are essential to the safety, quality, and productivity of the warehouse. Your primary role is to handle the unloading, loading, and movement of materials using several types of equipment safely and efficiently throughout the warehouse at heights up to 60 feet.
Essential Duties: Essential job duties for this position include the following items.
Safe Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts, order pickers, overhead cranes, and other types of industrial equipment at various heights to move materials within the warehouse or production area. Ensure the safe and efficient handling of materials following all safety guidelines and protocols. Conduct pre-operational equipment checks to ensure proper functionality and report any issues promptly.
Material Handling: Load and unload materials from trucks, containers, and storage areas, ensuring proper stacking and securing of products. Transport materials to designated storage areas or production lines as required. Verify the accuracy of shipments and receipts, reporting any discrepancies.
Inventory Control: Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records by documenting material movements and updating the inventory management system. Monitor stock levels and inform supervisors of low stock or potential shortages. Organize materials to optimize storage space and facility easy access.
Effective Communication: Interact professionally and effectively with peers, suppliers, and leadership, providing clear updates on material movement and assisting with any issues or inquiries.
Safety: Ensure a safe working environment by upholding safety protocols and promoting a safety-first culture among all employees.
Demonstrate HODGE Values: Model HODGE core values of Family, Integrity, Ambition, Respect, and Balance. Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures. Demonstrate that success comes from treating people like family.
Additional Duties: Perform tasks as assigned to support dynamic changes in business conditions.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, the Forklift Operator (heights) must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill and ability required.
Education/Experience:
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
Commitment to promoting a positive workplace and safety-first culture.
Basic proficiency in using warehouse management software and Microsoft Office Tools.
Ability to work safely at heights up to 60 feet following fall arrest protocols and safety guidelines.
Experience with or willingness to learn the use of material handling equipment a plus.
For jobs requiring heavy machinery: Employees must be at least 18 years old to operate heavy equipment, including forklifts and hoists.
Hodge is a performance-driven logistics and material handling company that delivers smart, efficient ways to approach the many layers that go into the development and execution of the supply chain.
From finding the right fit in a commercial space or land, to engineering the space to be the most effective and efficient for your needs, to supplying you with and servicing the best equipment available, and every thing in between, Hodge provides solutions at every phase of your operation and supply chain.
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