Forklift Operator

Job Description

Position Title: Forklift Operator

Wage: $22.00 - $23.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm

We are seeking experienced Forklift Operators to join a fast-paced warehouse team in Olathe, KS. This position is ideal for candidates who have previous sit-down and/or stand-up forklift experience and are comfortable loading and unloading trucks, staging materials, and moving products throughout the warehouse safely and efficiently.

Forklift Operator Responsibilities:
- Operate sit-down, stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently
- Unload incoming shipments from trucks and inspect materials for damage
- Load outgoing shipments accurately according to shipping schedules and work orders
- Stage materials and products in designated warehouse locations
- Wrap, band, and secure pallets for shipment and storage
- Maintain accurate inventory counts and assist with cycle counts when required
- Follow shipping and receiving procedures to ensure accuracy
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards
- Complete daily forklift inspections and report equipment issues promptly

Requirements for Forklift Operator:
- Previous forklift experience
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to read and understand work instruction
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and reach throughout the shift
- Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to work in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels
- Frequent use of hands and arms to operate forklift controls and handle materials

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