Forklift Operator I, Warehouse (2nd Shift)

Overview

THE ROLE:

The 2nd shift Forklift Operator will operate a forklift to transport product within the warehouse safely and efficiently. This position will also perform receiving and/or shipping functions as assigned by department supervisor. In addition, the Forklift Operator will assist with daily cycle count and yearly physical inventory processes.

HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:

• Record product transfers within the warehouse and provide real-time updates to the Oracle inventory management system with the use of the radio frequency bar coding system. If system is unavailable, accurately record products transferred on a Move Ticket and return to the Warehouse Supervisor for immediate update into the Oracle inventory management system.
• Operate forklifts in a safe and appropriate manner to ensure no damage occurs to the product, pallet racks, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment within the warehouse while loading/unloading trucks, transferring, and storing products.
• Process in a timely manner all inbound and/or outbound shipments in accordance with applicable SOPs.
• Perform daily forklift inspections to ensure optimum use of material handling equipment. Document the inspection on the daily checklist and report any equipment problems to the Warehouse Supervisor immediately.
• Perform cycle count and physical inventory processes in accordance with set counting schedules. Accurately record counts and report any variances found during count process. 
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area keeping a constant watch for any safety issues. Notify Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Manager or Security immediately of any unsafe working conditions or practices observed in the work area. Immediately report any and all accidents which you witness or are involved in, to the Warehouse Supervisor or any other management staff, or Security.
• Perform other functions and duties as assigned or necessary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

Job Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills:

• Ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervision
• Read, write and understand English with good oral communication skills
• Ability to function as an effective team member and work well in a moderately stressful environment
• Ability to respond effectively and positively in a rapidly changing warehouse environment
• Clean, neat, organized and alert
• This position will require the employee to operate a motorized powered lift i.e. Forklift, Scissor lift, one man lift, etc. An MVR (Motor Vehicle Report) will determine an employee's eligibility to operate these lifts.
• ***A Valid driver's license is required for this position.***

Experience:

• One year forklift operator and general warehousing experience
• Experience with warehousing operations as it relates to the specific functions of product movement, inventory systems, and forklift operations
• Experience with radio frequency bar code scanners

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years’ experience in general warehousing

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow otherwise qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Must be able to see, hear, speak and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers.
• Manual dexterity required.

Moderate: Mostly standing, walking, bending, frequent lifting 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow differently-abled individuals to perform the essential functions of the job within the environment.

• The manufacturing facility is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated
• Noise levels are considered low to moderate, with some areas requiring hearing protection

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