Forklift Operator

Location:

United States of America - Easton, Pennsylvania

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator operates a variety of equipment utilized in a warehouse environment. The Equipment Operator will have basic understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and equipment safety guards.

• Follow all Maintenance and Safety Procedures
• Promote a safe work environment through personal actions. Identify any safety concerns
• Load and unload trailers, scans merchandise, builds pallets and labels merchandise
• Replenishes and/or stocks merchandise as needed
• Performs manual, computer or RF functions to enter data in systems
• Performs count of product / reconciliations (count cycle)
• Check for accuracy and placement of product in designated zones
• Direct product to correct area in warehouse
• Move product safely using motorized equipment to include but not limited to forklift, pallet rider. Follow instructions for operating equipment
• Clear work area of loose wood and plastic
• Sweep work area as needed
• Report faulty equipment, damage to racks, and other safety hazards to supervisor

Note:

The duties and responsibilities described above may provide only a partial description of this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all aspects of the job. Other duties and responsibilities not outlined in this document may be added as necessary or desirable.

Required

• Ability to lift heavy boxes
• Ability to follow instructions and take directions
• Ability to perform tasks consistently and accurately
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math and computer operations
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others

Generally requires a minimum of one (1) year experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.

High School Diploma or combination of education and equivalent work experience required.

• Operate a forklift
• Ability to become forklift certified
• Ability to safely operate hand and power equipment according to procedure

Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise and diplomacy. Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills, and determine when to escalation issues, as required, in a timely manner.

The physical demands described here are representative of the duties of the job. The Employee is required to talk, hear, stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands/fingers, bend, stoop, reach. Lifting up to 60 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

The noise in the work environment is usually moderate. Hectic, fast-paced with multi-level distractions. Company uniforms, closed-toed shoes, casual work environment. Warehouse environment, may be required to wear safety equipment. Ability to work extended hours as required.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.