Sit down Forklift Driver 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Us:

Unis accelerates logistics success with our Transportation Management System that offers unparalleled control, visibility, and adaptability. Unis strives in elevating our employees and operations toward new heights of excellence. As client’s partner with us, we focus on more than just a business relationship; it's an opportunity to unlock a world of value-added services that will enhance operational standards and elevate success by unifying our clients’ supply chain networks through superior technology, assets, and information services.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope:

The Forklift Driver ensures efficient and safe movement of products within the warehouse, fulfilling customer orders, assisting with receiving and inventory operations, and maintaining accuracy and speed standards. This role supports a cohesive team environment and promotes workplace safety and respect.

Responsibilities:

• Operate a forklift to fill customer orders in a fast-paced environment.
• Move products efficiently and safely using various equipment.
• Use an RF scanner gun to identify the correct products for receiving, moving, gathering, or distributing to complete customer orders.
• Document and maintain inventory records.
• Assist the Receiving Department with unloading new merchandise from trucks when needed.
• Back-up shipping/receiving loading and unloading containers.
• Support the Inventory and Returns Departments with daily operations.
• Maintain a positive attitude and foster a sense of teamwork.
• Assist other departments with work activities as needed.
• Build strong relationships within the warehouse to promote a safe and respectful working environment.
• Maintain order selection performance standards for speed and accuracy with minimal damage.
• Ensure labels and pallets are accurate.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

BENEFITS

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off

Required PPE:

• Safety Vest
• String Knit Gloves
• Non-slip safety steel toe footwear

Skills / Other:

• Must be able to lift to 50 LBS. without assistance.
• Work from a platform at a height of 30 feet above ground.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a busy environment and work independently.

Job Competency / Qualifications

Education/ Training:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Clear background check and drug screen
• Completion of forklift driving course
• Forklift certification and be able to present the certificate upon hire.

Technical Requirements:

• Previous warehouse experience.
• Prior experience as a forklift operator.
• Hazardous materials training, as needed

Experience

• 0-1 Years of work experience involving safety

DISCLAIMER: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

Unis provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including traits historically or culturally associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), medical condition (as defined under state law), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under section 12801.9 of the California Vehicle Code), ancestry, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, domestic partner status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or pregnancy-related conditions), military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Unis complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Unis expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected categories. The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned.