Receiving - Forklift Operator

We are currently seeking an ambitious candidate to join our team as a certified Forklift Operator who will perform collaboratively with an amazing team.

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe operation of forklift equipment while transporting material and is also responsible for the pre equipment inspection.

The position may require manual loading and unloading of material with or without a pallet jack.

May be required to assist in other departments (i.e. shipping and inventory) as the business needs dictate.

• Moves, controls, devices to drive industrial forklifts to transport materials between receiving, storage, service and shipping areas.
• Organizes and secures materials where balance sacks, pallets, and other materials are stored.
• Performs routine pre inspection on equipment to ensure its working properly.
• Manually loads or unloads material from pallets, skids, platforms or lifting devices.
• Receives inventory when required, responsible for receipt of daily inbound and return items.
• This position also requires count accuracy of items to ensure all items are received or returned are in satisfactory condition.
• Consults with and works with managers, supervisors, employees, and vendors to coordinate loading and unloading operations.
• Compiles and maintains quantity, type, and value of material, merchandise, or supplies stocked in inventory.
• Counts material, equipment, merchandise, or supplies in stock and posts totals to inventory manually or using computer.
• Demonstrate responsibility and compliance with all safety and quality policies and standards.
• May assist other departments as needed.

• Must have a minimum of 3 to 6 months experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.