Forklift Operator

Position Summary:

Forklift Drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient performance of warehouse duties both on and off mechanized lifting machinery, associated with moving inventory and assuring quality controls over inventory records management. Forklift Drivers track inventory, inspect goods before and after shipping to identify imperfections or damage, lift and secure heavy materials onto pallets, stack merchandise, and count inventory.

Essential

Job Responsibilities Knowing and acting in accordance with Patterson’s vision to “Strive to Serve” our customers, partners, and fellow employees with every interaction

Completing an inspection of assigned material handling equipment before every shift to ensure equipment is operating properly and reporting any issues or damages

Properly inspecting, using, and caring for assigned hand-held scanning equipment

Accurately and efficiently performing various warehouse activities, including but not limited to moving, sorting, checking, packing, wrapping, tying, labeling, receiving, and shipping warehouse inventory

Safely and efficiently sorting, handling, loading, and unloading palletized and non-palletized freight using a motorized lift or other powered machinery

Verifying order accuracy by visual checks and scanning procedures

Reading and interpreting shipping labels

Accounting for and securing inventory for transport to designated areas throughout warehouse

Maintaining high levels of inventory accuracy through inventory control procedures

Maintaining a clean, orderly and safe work environment, including such duties as sweeping, picking up trash, or organizing empty pallets

Performing work associated with warehousing, material handling, and other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

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

Education High school diploma (or equivalent) required

Experience 1 year of warehouse experience preferred

Skills/Capabilities Strong verbal and analytical skills are required

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English required

Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus, but not required

Must be able to interpret documents such as shipping labels, shipping manifests, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Must be able to safely operate mechanized lifting machinery, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, side loaders, reach fork trucks, or counterbalance forklifts
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