Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

Forklift Operator

Boot Barn is where community comes first. We thrive on togetherness, collaboration, and belonging. We build each other up, listen intently, and implement out-of-the-box ideas. We celebrate new innovations, congratulate one another's achievements, and most importantly support each other.

At Boot Barn, we work together to make a positive impact on the world around us, and by working collectively with encouragement, we consider ourselves "Partners." With the values of the West guiding us, Boot Barn celebrates heritage, welcomes all, and values each unique Partner within our Boot Barn community.

Our vision is to offer everyone a piece of the American spirit one handshake at a time.

Our Forklift Operator is responsible for pulling product from weekly distribution requests using a Sit down Forklift or Order Picker. Other duties may include but not limited to, shipping and receiving, light computer work, the use of DC equipment and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pulls product for all weekly distributions to stores.
• Prepares and stages orders for shipping.
• Operates powered industrial forklift/order picker to transport inventory, unload incoming stock and load orders.
• Ensures proper paperwork is completed before product is sent out to stores or events.
• Back stocks all incoming freight to respective bin locations.
• Assists with receiving incoming freight, new store/event receiving and tagging.
• Unload/load trucks.
• Monitors equipment and reports problems to supervisor.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat.
• Responsible for reporting any issues related to the forklift equipment to direct supervisor/manager.
• Load/unload trucks when needed.
• Demonstrates high level of quality work, attendance, appearance and high degree of professionalism in communication and attitude with customers, teammates, corporate partners and vendors.
• Adhere to all local, federal, and state laws in addition to Company policies, procedures, and practices. These may include but are not limited to complying with the Company's Time & Attendance policy and procedures and partnering with management to sustain workplace health and safety requirements according to OSHA regulations and the Company safety guidelines.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of work experience, preferably in a Distribution Center environment.
• 1-2 years of experience operating a forklift or order picker; valid forklift certification preferred.
• Proficiency in general DC procedures (including shipping and receiving/order picking).
• Ability to operate all DC equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, order picker, etc.
• Proficiency with inventory/database programs and POS System knowledge preferred, APTOS a plus.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management System experience a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours and varying shifts to meet the needs of the business.
• Strong communication (verbally & in writing), customer service, time management and organizational skills.

Competencies:

• Ensure Effective Communication - Listens carefully and attentively to others' opinions and ideas. Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Establish Trust - Follows through on commitments. Is honest and direct with others. Promotes a culture of respect for, commitment to, and compliance with Company values, beliefs, and standards. Ensures the protection of confidential information.
• Professionalism Acts with integrity and accountability to yourself and others while maintaining a positive attitude.

Boot Barn Benefits & Additional Compensation Opportunities:

• Competitive hourly pay rate.
• Weekly pay.
• Merchandise discount: 50% off of Exclusive Brands and 40% off of third-party brands.
• Paid Time Off plan for year-round Boot Barn Partners.
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company matching.
• Flexible schedules and work/life balance.
• Opportunities for growth at every level we are opening 50+ new stores each year.

PAY RANGE: $20.75 - 23.59

*compensation varies based on geography, skills, experience, and tenure

**For eligible Boot Barn Partners

Physical Demands:

• Standing, walking and squatting more than fifty percent of the work shift.
• Required to lift, move and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to read, count and write to accurately complete all documentation and reports.
• Must be able to see, hear and speak in order to communicate with partners and customers.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Manual dexterity required using hands to finger; handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

• The workspace is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated with the proper safety compliance.
• Noise levels are considered moderate.

Boot Barn, Inc. reserves the right to make exceptions to modify or eliminate this document or its content. This document supersedes all previous policies, procedures or guidelines pertaining to this subject.

Our core value of community bands us together in supportive and inclusive ways to drive our collective success. Boot Barn provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, veteran or military status, disability, as well as any other protected status under the law.