Forklift Operator at DES Group Walford, IA

Seeking Forklift Operator in Walford, IA.

Monday - Friday 7am-3:30pm,

Pay rate $19.00 / per hour overtime may be available.

Responsible for operating sit down forklifts in food grade warehouse to load/unload trailers, move, store, and count merchandise, ensuring safety, security, productivity, and food safety standards, document properly.

• Must have 5 years of forklift experience shown on resume and longevity.
• Able to lift occasionally 50
  -60 lbs.
• Pass CRT (resistance test) a Physical and drug test.
• Pass background check for 7 years.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and get on and off forklift.

• Picks orders and prepares for shipment, ensuring the exact number and type of product is ready for shipment.
• Properly loads and unloads shipments, ensuring accuracy.
• Locate and re-locate merchandise for optimal space and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements and shipments.
• Operates warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner to eliminate personal injuries, merchandise damage, and damage to the warehouse.
• Safely operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, attachments, and tools and report any maintenance issues.
• Assist in warehouse cleanliness, sanitation, pest control, and food safety practices.
• Communicate effectively to other warehouse staff and supervisors

• Prior forklift operation experience and must have longevity on job history
• Attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Basic math and PC skills.
• Ability to maintain focus and solve space utilization problems.
• Effective communication and physically able to handle duties of job as described.

Dusty, humid warehouse with temperature ranges from 40-90°F; possible odors and soy and wheat food allergens present.