Forklift Operator

Job Description

SUMMARY

Loading and unloading pallets and other materials from trailers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locating product in warehouse
• Pulling orders from warehouse racks using a log
• Performing an initial walk-around of your forklift to ensure that it is in good working order before operating it, and reporting any problems or irregularities to maintenance
• Staging and palletizing product
• Lifting product, either on pallets or un-palletized
• Performing light Quality Control to ensure that products are going to the correct areas
• Performing general cleanup and maintenance of your work area

Job Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating a forklift for the same company for at least 6-12 consecutive months
• Recent certification
• Basic math/counting skills
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Good, clear visual ability
• Ability to lift 30-50 pounds
• Flexibility with regard to hours and scheduling
• Experience with multiple forklift types (sit-down, stand-up, cherry-picker, clamp and reach) preferred
• Experience in both loading/unloading as well as in placing product in warehouse racks preferred
• Computer skills a plus