Forklift Operator II

Overview

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own. This position is responsible for operating multiple types of forklift equipment and able to operate within a rack warehouse environment.

The operator must be able to operate sit‑down/stand‑up, clamp, cherry, and reach equipment. Forklift certification is required on at least three pieces of equipment, and the operator must spend fifty percent or more of their time on these types of equipment.

• Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using sit‑down/stand‑up, clamp, cherry, and/or reach equipment, with 50% of service time in the business.
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment.
• Ensures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Performs picking duties efficiently, meeting customer service standards.
• Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.
• Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security.
• Assists in physical inventories.
• Ensures proper stock rotation.
• Conducts cycle counts as requested.
• Uses Excel and general computer knowledge.
• Applies basic safety understanding in operating equipment.
• Reports safety concerns to management in a timely manner.
• Reports inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assists in resolution.
• Completes inspection forms prior to operating equipment.
• Uses RF scanning equipment to ensure inventory accuracy.

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• At least one year forklift experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment.
• Ability to stand/walk for up to 10–12 hours.
• Ability to lift and/or pull 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Walking in the DC and around area with great frequency, facilities are over a quarter mile in length.
• Work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature variation and access all areas of building without limitations.
• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and basic math skills.

The contractor will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Employees who have access to compensation information may only disclose such information under specific circumstances, consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

LA County Applicants:
The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

Profit Center: PC‑24