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Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC.
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Atlanta, GA 30334, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team, responsible for safely operating forklifts to move and stack materials within a warehouse environment.
  • The ideal candidate should have at least 6 months of previous forklift experience and be certified to operate various lift trucks, including Electric pallet-jacks and Stock Pickers.
  • Key responsibilities include inspecting equipment, managing daily operations, and training new associates while ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • The position requires basic reading and math skills, along with proficiency in using RF guns and warehouse management systems.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and candidates must demonstrate the ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or distribution center environment. This is a vital role in our operations, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout the facility.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES

 

  • Certified to operate a variety of lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Counter Balance.
  • Use RF gun/scanner and Warehouse Management System to research and gather information
  • Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form
  • Operate equipment in an array of surroundings and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°)
  • Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage.
  • Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers.
  • Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker.
  • Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for individual or store orders.
  • Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Serve as the lead, assist with supervising the flow of the work and process.
  • Assist with identifying process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and propose and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in department processes and troubleshoots problems and issues.
  • Provide one on one or group hands-on training for new and returnee associates on all functional aspects of the ticket processing job.
  • Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • 6+ months of previous forklift experience on similar equipment. Basic reading (English) and math skills (counting, adding subtracting, multiplying and division). PC skills or previous inventory scanning experience required.
  • Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Electric Pallet Jack
  • Stock Picker
  • Counterbalance 
  • Ability to sit for an extended amount of time.
  • Lift up to 50+ lbs.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadline with accurate and detailed results.
  • Honest and respectful communication
  • Compliance with company attendance standards.

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