Forklift Operator II

Overview The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within a warehouse environment. The Operator ensures safe and efficient operation of multiple types of forklift equipment and may also perform order filler or order checker duties as needed, while maintaining productivity, accuracy, and adherence to safety procedures. Employees in this position must spend fifty percent or more of their work time operating these forklifts as part of their core job duties. Responsibilities Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following established work practices and safety procedures Possesses basic understanding of equipment safety and adheres to all safety protocols Completes and documents required pre-operation inspection forms for equipment Stacks and stores merchandise in designated rack locations Unloads inbound shipments safely and transports product to assigned storage locations Pulls, stages, and prepares products for outbound shipment Verifies that the correct quantity and product type are loaded and shipped Performs order picking in an accurate, timely, and customer-service-focused manner Moves product from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads Maintains required documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security Assists with physical inventory counts and periodic cycle counts as directed Ensures inventory is rotated in accordance with company standards Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participates in resolution Uses RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management Reports safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management promptly Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 10–12 hours per shift Ability to lift and/or pull minimum 10 lbs up to 50 lbs. without restrictions, required by business needs Frequent bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching above the shoulder level & at shoulder level Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, lighting conditions, and temperature changes Able to work irregular or extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, required by business needs Qualifications High School Diploma or GED preferred Preferred 2 plus years of experience of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification Strong attention to detail and accuracy Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. Profit Center PC-88 Spanish Physical Requirements Capacidad para permanecer de pie y caminar durante períodos prolongados, de hasta 10 a 12 horas por turno. Capacidad para levantar y/o tirar de cargas de entre 10 y 50 libras (aprox. 4,5 a 22,7 kg) sin restricciones, según lo requieran las necesidades del negocio. Acciones frecuentes de agacharse, levantar objetos, estirarse y alcanzar artículos por encima o a la altura de los hombros. Capacidad para trabajar en entornos con niveles de ruido, condiciones de iluminación y temperaturas variables. Disponibilidad para trabajar en horarios irregulares o extendidos, incluyendo noches, fines de semana y días festivos, según lo requieran las necesidades del negocio. #J-18808-Ljbffr