Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Job Summary The Stand-up forklift operator is responsible for safely operating forklift while performing warehouse and material handling duties. Job Responsibilities    Forklift Operation : Drive the stand-up forklift and control the movement of lifting apparatus by moving levers and pressing pedals Material Handling : Position lifting forks under loaded pallets or skids, transport loads to designated areas, and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device Organization : Maintain material in an efficient and orderly manner by size and grade for easy retrieval Inventory Management : Inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials as needed Inspection and Reporting : Inspect materials for damage or shortages and report findings to the supervisor Loading/Unloading : Load or unload materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting devices Equipment Maintenance : Perform routine maintenance on the forklift, including lubricating the truck, recharging batteries, filling the fuel tank, or replacing the liquefied gas tank Additional Duties : Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support warehouse operations Qualifications  Certification : Valid active stand-up forklift certification.

Communication : Ability to speak effectively with customers and employees, and to read and understand safety rules, operation, maintenance, and procedure manuals. Mathematics : Proficiency in basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Instruction Compliance : Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Education and Experience : 1-year certificate from a college or technical school; or Three to six months of related experience; or Two-year technical degree or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience in a related field Technical Skills : Ability to read and understand work orders and written instructions, utilize measuring devices such as rulers, tapes, and calipers, and use a computer to check stock and print tags Product Knowledge : Knowledge of products handled in the warehouse Banding Equipment : Ability to use banding equipment Physical Examination : Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility Reliability : Demonstrated reliable work history Attention to Detail : Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks Benefits 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Health insurance – Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) Wellness Stipend Paid Life insurance Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance Adoption Assistance (Financial) Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support Referral Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Tuition reimbursement