Production Utility Forklift
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Forklift Operator, Material Handler
Job title:
Backroom Utility-Forklift
Classification:
Non-Exempt
Reports to:
Production Manager
Job Summary:
The purpose of this position is to keep the production and loading and receiving work areas clean and organized while supporting all production team members with workflow and removal/replacement of bin, carts, hangers or racks. In addition, this team member has been properly trained to utilize both the baler and forklift.
Why City Thrift?
- Generous employee discount
- 401k
- Healthcare benefits for full time employees
- Advancement opportunities
Responsibilities and duties:
● Empties trash as it accumulates
● Removes empty carts while replacing them with full carts as needed by the sorters.
● Moves non-sellable items to either the baler or trash
● Assists drivers with unloading
● Assists customers with furniture loading
● Produces bales as needed
● Loads or unloads trucks as necessary utilizing the forklift
● Operates the forklift minimally and when other team members are not present
● Maintains a clean and organized workstation
● Regularly meets the production goals of the position as outlined by the company
● Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
● Provides friendly and courteous service in all interactions with customers
Required
Skills and Abilities
● Must be able to read, write and communicate with other team members
● Must demonstrate an attention to detail and keep records as required
● Good eye-hand coordination to sort, grasp, hang or reroute product
● May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor
Physical Requirements
● Lifting and carrying 50 lbs.
● Reaching overhead 60% of time
● Pushing and pulling 4-6 lbs. of force (to push/pull up to 100 lbs. rolling rack)
● Pushing and pulling 50% of time
● Standing 100% of time
● Repetitive use of hands 80% of time
● Bending and crouching 20% of time
● Grasping items with hands 100% of time
Working Conditions:
● Exposure to periodic temperature fluctuations
● Exposure to dust
● Flexibility with schedule based up store needs and sale days
● May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor
Education and Experience:
- High School Degree, GED or equivalent work experiences.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Must be 22 years of age or older
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