Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the handling process of the customer's packaged and pre-packaged product that is shipped, received, and stored at Quantix. The Warehouse Forklift Operator ensures that all products and supplies are handled and stored safely and all required data accurately recorded into the VMU.

Essential Job Functions

• General Operate Warehouse forklift in a safe manner at all times.
• Follow all work instructions. Accurately complete and forward all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Verifying that all customer packages are in good condition and reporting any non-conformance on a NCR form.
• Maintain housekeeping of Warehouse and Dock facilities.
• Assist in all warehouse operations as required Report findings of contaminates to management.
• Take product samples as required.
• Communicate all problems and issues to management. Input data accurately into VMU as required.
• Follow all safety procedures and all United DC's workplace policies.

Safety

• Always work safely and follow all safety procedures.
• Always use required PPE properly.
• Responsible for reporting any incidents or injuries to management immediately.
• Responsible for reporting any known safety issues to management immediately.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of sit down propane forklift experience (certified forklift license preferred)
• Must have at least 6 consecutive months of experience driving a forklift daily
• Must pass drug test
• A valid state drivers license
• Lift up to 25 kilograms (55.1 pounds) for 15 minutes
• Lift and move pallets weighing up to 34 kilograms (75 pounds)
• This employer participates in e-verify * NO FELONY CONVICTIONS WITHIN THE LAST 7 YEARS * Must be able to Pass Background and Drug Screen

Abilities Required

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential job functions.

While performing the responsibilities, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.