Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate

AKHIRE is currently recruiting for the following position: Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate Location - Anchorage, AK Full-time Shift: M-F 7:00am - 3:30PM other shifts may be available Pay $20 per hour Summary: Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate Warehouse Associate position spends most of the day using a forklift to offload product, and organize within the warehouse to be loading on the outgoing trucks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Load and unload vehicles such as trucks, vans, flat beds trucks, box trucks or tractor-trailers.
• Mark incoming freight appropriately.
• Move freight around yard and warehouse using a forklift or other moving equipment.
• Complete freight paperwork accurately and timely.
• Ensure that freight is loaded, unloaded, palatalized and marked appropriately.
• Assist customers as necessary.
• Consistently follow all safety procedures and attend safety meetings.

Requirements:

• Certificates/Licenses: Forklift Certification preferred but not required
• Physical and Mental Demands: Must be able to push or pull heavy loads (up to 200 pounds) Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds Must be able to operate all equipment in a warehouse which may include grasping, climbing, bending, handling, reaching, hand dexterity, feeling/touching and repetitive motions of the hands and feet Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time Drug Screen and Background Check required.