Forklift Operator

Yes – must be safety oriented and operate powered industrial trucks safely.

DOT Safety Regulated Position

No

Requirements for DOT-Regulated or Safety-Sensitive Position

Not applicable; this position is not designated as DOT safety regulated.

Forklift Operators report to the Warehouse Manager and are responsible for safely moving product, supplies, pallets, and equipment throughout the warehouse, production areas, and SRI Ohio, Inc.'s three buildings. The position supports production, shipping, and receiving by delivering materials to production lines, loading and unloading trucks, and ensuring finished pallets are clean, secure, and suitable for shipment.

This position requires dependable, safety-focused work around team members and visitors, attention to product identification and inventory counts, accurate completion of receiving and shipping records, and a professional attitude. Operators must keep forklifts, docks, and warehouse areas clean and follow established procedures when handling and transporting materials.

Responsibility

Approx. Time

Review and understand product dossiers to ensure the correct product is delivered to each production line.

10%

Load and unload trucks; complete receiving and shipping reports, including trailer inspections.

20%

Deliver only good, shippable pallets to production lines as needed and move pallets between all three buildings.

25%

Move dunnage from various locations and move equipment upon request.

15%

Count bottles, pallets, and boxes to support accurate inventory; ensure finished pallets are clean, safe, and meet customer quality expectations.

20%

Ensure loads are secure and stable and use appropriate stabilizing materials, including airbags, load locks, and straps.

10%

Performs other duties as assigned.

All necessary and/or required training will be administered by appropriate SRI Ohio, Inc. personnel. Powered industrial truck operation must be limited to employees who have received required training and authorization, and training records will be maintained on file.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Category

Qualification

Required / Preferred

Education

High school diploma/GED

Preferred

Education

Preferred

Experience

At least one year of experience operating a forklift in a warehouse environment

Required

Skills and Abilities

Ability to safely operate a forklift

Required

Skills and Abilities

Ability to complete documentation accurately as needed

Required

Skills and Abilities

Good understanding of forklifts and how they operate

Required

Skills and Abilities

Ability to follow procedures and work safely

Required

Knowledge

Knowledge of handheld scanners

Preferred

Licenses / Certifications

Forklift operation training/certification and SRI authorization

Required

Item

Details

Does Position Supervise?

No

Primary Contribution Type

Provides plant support for material distribution

No

Budget Responsibility

No

Travel Required?

No

No

Warehouse Environment

Yes – primarily warehouse and production areas

• Exercise independent judgment
• Effectively communicate in speech and writing
• Prioritize work assignments and efficiently use time
• Perform a variety of duties, often switching tasks
• Analyze information and/or problems to define objectives, concerns, patterns, and formulate conclusions
• Organize information/people/material in a systematic way to increase efficiency
• Interact professionally with coworkers…