Forklift operator

Warehouse/Material Distribution Task Position

This position performs warehouse/material distribution tasks relative to the receiving and shipment of products. Moves inventory by operating a forklift. This position is for a Stand-up forklift driver and cherry picker. No sit-down positions at this facility.

Responsibilities include:

• Unloads inbound trucks (inter-company deliveries, vendors, etc.)
• Loads outbound trucks (inter-company shipments, off-site warehouse, etc.)
• Locates and retrieves products as well as replenishes picking locations using FEFO methodology.
• Moves pallets on dock.
• May be required to physically stack/transport product from larger sterilization pallet to regular pallet before moving by forklift to dock.
• Ensures all assigned duties are safely completed in a timely manner in accordance with department standards and by following department procedures.
• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP (STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES) to maintain clean work area.
• Must take safety first and be able to work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Perform warehouse associate duties.
• Train new hires on RF functions.
• Regular and reliable attendance at work.
• Safety shoes required for position.

Minimum requirements or qualifications:

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment
• Must be able to always concentrate and be alert.
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Experienced in safe operation and licensed to operate material handling equipment.

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma, GED or 1-year equivalent experience required. Experience on Cherry picker or/and Reach lift (2 years preferred).
• Experience in a production environment.

Language Skills:

• Good verbal communication skills.

Mathematical Skills:

• Must have good basic math skills.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form, while adapting to shifting priorities.

Physical Demands:

• While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hands to finger, handle, feel, pick, or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• The employee may occasionally climb.
• The job may require lifting over 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to working near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, and extreme weather conditions.
• It is hot in the summer months (no AC) and cold in the winter months (limited heating).
• Occasionally fumes/airborne particles, the noise level is moderate to loud.

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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Primary Work Location: USA GA - Covington Global Dist Center