Lift Truck Operator

Job Description

Lift Truck Operator

Kinston, NC

Compensation Includes

• Starting pay rate of $17.61 - 21.31/hour depending on experience - paid weekly

Available Shift

• 2nd Shift: 4pm - 12am

Responsibilities

• Maintains organization of corrugate, roll and WIP storage areas ensuring product is separated by size, product or job number as appropriate
• Performs daily forklift inspections
• Perform perfect pallet inspections every hour
• Wraps loads using the stretch wrapper
• Follows proper procedure when transferring pallets from QC hold area to the ledge
• Safe and proper use of box clamp truck for moving corrugate
• Preloads dropped trailers for intercompany transfers
• Print BOLs (Bill of ladings) for intercompany transfers
• Ensure that all outgoing finished goods pallets are in good condition, including but not limited to; pallet condition, shrink wrapping, labeling, non-damaged boxes/product, etc.
• Ensure that loads are properly secured and are in good condition
• Uses correct warehouse placement with respect to inventory rotation (IE. FIFO-first in/first out)
• Can perform all padlocker and ledge tasks properly
• Uphold the warehouse standards by maintaining items in their designated areas, including, but not limited to trash, pallets, forklift trucks and finished goods
• Maintain cleanliness of the work areas by sweeping, dusting and removing trash from the area
• Utilize RF programs and electronic equipment, SAP functions

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous material handling experience to include trailer loading/unloading
• Ability to stand/walk constantly, sit/stoop occasionally, kneel/bend constantly, lift 7-39.9 lbs, push/pull 50+ lbs, bend/twist constantly and climb/ladders occasionally
• Knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel and Word, SAP and RF scanners required
• Effective verbal and written communication, proficient math and organizational skills
• Forklift certification is required
• LOTO training for authorized and designated personnel will be required
• Interior temperatures range from 60F-98F degrees, with occasional requirement to work outdoors