Lead Forklift Operator

Position Summary :

The Tier 3 Lead Forklift Operators primary function is to provide oversight and training to the Forklift Operators on the floor to load/unload trailers per customer specification. Inspection of inventory on in-bound and out-bound shipments is essential. The Lead Forklift Operator will work closely with the Facility Manager and Supervisors to ensure shipments and receipts are complete in accordance to all safety, company and customer guidelines.

Reports To: Senior Supervisor

D irect Reports: Tier 1 Forklift Operators

Primary Responsibilities:

• Communicate with co-workers and coordinate to receive instructions and coordinate activities
• Operate forklift equipment
• Ability to stack and store inventory in appropriate areas
• Ability to pick mixed pallets
• Utilize our scanner process and RF scanners
• Audit paperwork - ensure packing list matches what was received
• Occasional case pick - manual labor
• Maintaining forklift equipment - proper inspections, etc.
• Preparing pallets for shipment - may need to band them, wrap them, etc.
• Proficient in WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• Support Senior Supervisor with workflow planning, task delegation, and monitoring team performance.
• Adhere to safety standards
• Maintaining a thorough knowledge of inventory control processes for all customer materials.
• Serves as a mentor/trainer and develops other operators to ensure progression.
• Provides guidance, support and direction to operators
• Maintains a clean, work environment placing all items in an orderly manner
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• 3 years of Forklift experience
• Possess above average communication skills
• Basic math and counting skills
• Be a self-starter, ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with RF equipment
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and/or work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or will be encountered by the employee while performing the essential functions of this job. .

• Ability to multi task and handle crisis situations in a calm and effective manner.
• Majority of the time spent at work will be in an office setting, sitting at a desk.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Minor lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling.

Work Environment:

The working conditions of this position reflect those of a standard warehouse environment to include:

• Working in close proximity to others
• Working with heavy machinery and products
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Working indoors and occasionally outdoors
• May be subject to hot and cold temperatures inside the warehouse depending upon outside weather conditions
• Must be non-allergic to the extent of being present in the building through the work day.