Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Forklift Operator

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for directing the movement of materials and supplies for order completion and inventory control in their assigned area. The ideal candidate will have experience operating multiple pieces of material handling equipment such as swing reaches, cherry pickers, forklifts, and pallet jacks.

• Verify and confirm counts of received goods and raw material from transfer trucks and containers, then put away on a timely manner
• Match packing slips with purchase orders and receive them into the computer
• Complete daily equipment checklists (MHE, RF, etc.) before operation
• Load and unload trailers at the docks as assigned
• Properly tag/label received goods
• Pick orders that will be assigned to order pickers, palletize, and wrap accordingly then stage to a loading area as instructed
• Ensure correct placement of pallets for outbound loading
• Process daily assignments accurately and timely
• Ensure that all equipment is returned at the end of the shift to the designated area and placed on charge if needed
• Meet and maintain production and quality standards
• Sweep floors and maintain a tidy work area
• Help to unload containers at times might be required
• Adhere to all company work rules
• Adhere to all safety rules and practices
• Maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Other duties as assigned such as unloading containers or working in other departments

• One to three years experience operating reach trucks, cherry pickers, and swing reach trucks
• Good computer skills
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Must be able to read and speak in English
• Good work ethic and planning skills
• Able to follow directions and communicate with others
• Must be able to perform basic math functions

• Lifts items up to 45 lbs.
• Physically and mentally able to work required shift
• Ability to judge distances, and detect moving and stationary objects when transporting items in order to adhere with safety requirements
• Recognize product types and safety/warning material (some small in size)
• Identify color-coded safety & warning areas/notices (most commonly colored yellow and red and some in small print) in order to maintain a safe work environment
• Work in an environment that includes: seasonal heat & cold; exposure to safety areas with moving equipment; dust/dirt; noise; vibrations from equipment; lighting differences; and occasional fumes
• Position self in order to remove or replace product and operate equipment
• Frequently receives or exchanges information with management or other personnel regarding work requests or issues
• Identify and react to potential hazards