Warehouse Forklift Operator

Department: Warehouse

 

Full/Part-Time: Full-time

FLSA Status: Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Salary Range: $19.00 to $20.00 per hour.

• Build pallets using forklift to pull order and load customer trucks
• Utilize computer system to receive ingredients/components and ship finished feed
• Understand and utilize the basic inventory management concept of FIFO (first in, first out) when dealing with product within the warehouse
• Maintain required documentation associated with all departments
• After appropriate training and certification, operate a forklift, including pre-trip duties
• Perform general housekeeping of warehouse area to meet OSHA standards, as well as a clean and safe working environment
• Perform quality inspections

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

• Methods and techniques for safe work practices
• Basic recordkeeping practices
• Forklift Operations

• Perform daily safety inspections and identify safety hazards
• Perform basic mathematical problems (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and customers
• Follow written and verbal instructions; problem solve
• Communicate effectively in English (verbal/written)
• Complete written work orders legibly and keep records to coordinate feed schedules
• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate good organization skills

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience 
• Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and carry up to 10 feet (e.g., sack feed bag).
• Previous feed store experience a plus
• Basic computer skills
• Order Pulling- Must be able to read, write, and understand English. 

• Frequent standing for long period of time
• Frequent bending, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 80 pounds up to 100 feet
• Frequent grasping, holding and reaching
• Constant use of overall vision
• Frequent hearing and talking in person
• Frequent co-worker contact; occasionally working alone

• Work may be performed inside or outside in hot and cool temperatures and a noisy environment. Adhere to all PPE Guidelines as established by OSHA and the company.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discriminatory employment practices abiding by the regulations as outlined by the EEOC. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.