Forklift Operator

Description

Forklift Operator safely operates industrial trucks to load, unload, stack, and transport.

Essential Job Duties 

• Operate forklift. Ensure the safety harness is securely in place while operating the equipment.
• Load/unload trucks; secure all pallets accurately and move to and from designated areas of the facility. 
• Move parts and other materials around the facility using pallets and crates.
• Stack loads in correct storage bays, following inventory-control instructions.
• Place parts into inventory.
•  Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines. Assume other duties as assigned.
• Performing daily pre-operation inspections (fluids, tires) and reporting mechanical issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED (Preferred).

Preferred Requirements  

• Prior forklift experience.
• Prior automotive experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic messages are communicated orally. May write brief messages and keep simple records.
• Problems encountered are simple, repetitive, and generally solved by clear directions or procedures.
• Follows standard procedures with no decision-making involved.
• Uses guidance/guidelines provided by supervisor/manager.
• Assignments/priorities provided by supervisor/manager.

Essential Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit for extended periods.
• The employee may be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment. Must be able to work in cramped spaces or underneath vehicles that may require getting into awkward positions. May regularly wear personal protective equipment (PPE). May be exposed to extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
• Travel may be required periodically, including overnight stays (contingent on position requirements).
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. On occasion, an employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.