Forklift Operator III

Overview

Transfer goods and materials from incoming and outbound shipments via a forklift. Move materials throughout the warehouse.

• Operate a manually controlled gasoline or electric powered Forklift to pick-up, deliver or move materials around the warehouse location
• Able to operate lifting devices such as lift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch
• Operate machinery to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials
• Perform regular safety & maintenance checks by inspecting machinery to determine any repair need
• Perform the following: loads, unloads and stacks materials onto lifting device, weighs material or products and records on production schedules
• Maintain accurate inventory and report any discrepancies
• Consistently follow instructions, either while working independently, or as part of a team
• Comply with all company policies and legal guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• The wage range for this position is $20.70-$28.60 and may vary based on geography as well as relative knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience

• High School diploma / GED equivalent (Preferred)

• 3+ years Experience in operating forklift (Required)

• Reading and writing English, knowledge of airport codes destinations and basic geography knowledge.
• Exhibits strong typing skills/or data entry skills.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work in a fast pace, high volume environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Actively participates in safety policies, activities and implementations.
• Knowledge of regulatory affairs, customs or other business areas of logistics. Knowledge of financial processes and rating methodology.
• Specialized computer knowledge.

• Forklift Certification - Upon Hire (Required)
• Must be dangerous goods certified Upon Hire (Required)

In addition to your base compensation, you may be eligible for a bonus based on achievement of business and/or individual performance metrics (dependent on position). Benefits offered include Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support, Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance, 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement. In addition, teammates may be eligible for up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure), 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually.

AIT Worldwide Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/Disabled. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact Human Resources at  ext 5218.