Forklift Operator - 1st Shift Exhaust

The Forklift Operator is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment for the purpose of product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. This position is responsible for product safety and quality. 
 

Summary of Job Duties

• Full/Partial case order picking for replenishment, customer orders and packaging components. 
• Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions. 
• Loading and unloading pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment.
• Sorting and building product to pallets to ensure compliance to customer expectation.
• Use of machinery to apply shrink-wrap to pallets. 
• Perform a pre- and post-equipment checklist.
• Maintain accuracy of storage locations by performing daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks.
• Perform other distribution work functions as needed due to business volume and need.
• Adhere to safety standards set forth by our company.

Work Experience

• Basic experience using window-based applications, which is required to use the R/F scanner. 
• Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e., electric pallet jack, forklift, order picker etc.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and flexibility in meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service driven.
• Strong team player.

Summary of Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Able to lift 40 lb. and on an occasional basis.