Forklift Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own. This position is responsible for operating sit-down forklift equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Stacks and stores raw material and/or finished goods using a forklift.

• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves products to storage locations.

• Pulls and prepares products for shipment.

• Ensures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.

• Performs picking duties in an efficient manner meeting customer service standards.

• Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers.

• Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

• Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security.

• Assists in physical inventories.

• Ensures proper stock rotation.

• Conduct cycle counts as requested.

• Basic safety understanding in operating equipment.

• Responsible for reporting safety concerns to management in a timely manner.

• Report inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assist in resolution.

• Must be able to complete inspection form prior operating equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.

• At least 3 months forklift experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment is preferred.

• Walking in the distribution center and around area with great frequency, facilities are over a quarter mile in length.

• Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.

• Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours, including weekends and holidays as needed

• Must have attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and basic math skills

Safety Requirements

• Cut resistant gloves.

• Safety glasses.

• Safety shoes.

• Ear plugs

• Safety Vest

Environment

• Non-Climate Control.

• Fast-paced environment.

• Dusty

• Enclosed environments

• Exposure to paint, adhesives and petroleum products odors.

Physical Requirements

Activity

Percentage

Standing / Walking

100%

Lifting of up to 50 lbs.

25 - 50%

Bending, stretching and squatting

25 - 50%

Reaching both below the waist and above the head.

75 – 100%

Using both hands, fingers, arms, and shoulders in repetitive movements

75 – 100%

Reach out up to 6 feet tall

75 - 100%

ACERO is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.