Forklift Driver

Organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work with a variety of personalities Job Summary: The Forklift Operator will use a sit-down industrial forklift machine to move merchandise, pallets of product and heavy merchandise within the warehouse work area including loading and unloading merchandise off and, on a truck, plus will accomplish various additional materials handling assignments. Duties/Responsibilities: Follows all safety rules for warehouse including wearing of PPE – steel toe shoes, safety vest, gloves, safety glasses and hearing protection at all times. Conducts daily pre-inspection of forklift prior to operating it, documents and escalates mechanical or electrical concerns to General Manager, services equipment as needed. Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including loading docks, trucks, and storage areas. Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports requested raw materials, equipment, or processing materials accordingly. Applies understanding of machine loading capacity ensuring the load is secured and pallets are not overloaded. Uses protective materials and strapping equipment to protect and secure loads; once delivered, removes strapping and wrapping, then safely disposes of waste materials in designated containers or areas. Reports any problems with materials or transportation to supervisor. Manages and piles drums, skids, pallets, and other supplies in specified areas. Cleans and prepares specific areas of work site as assigned. This may include cleaning up debris, and trash, or removing materials such as cardboard, shrink wrap and pallets. Immediately reports all accidents and near accidents to Manager. Performs other related duties as requested and related to working on and off the forklift. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal communication skills. Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to remain flexible as specific assignments change. Ability to work with a variety of personalities. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. At least 1-3 years of driving a forklift or warehouse experience preferred. Physical Requirements: Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas. Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time. Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours a day. #J-18808-Ljbffr