Forklift Operator

Job Description

Description:

Samsill

Job Description

Shipping Forklift Operator

Company Overview:

Samsill's history of the company traces back to a cornfield south of Seymour, Texas, in 1941. It was officially formed as the dream of two young brothers. Cecil and Tirey Samsill, two of twenty-three children, decided “there must be a better way to make a living” while working the fields one hot summer day, and made a solemn vow right then and there that when they grew up, they would go into business together.

Samsill started as Samsill Brothers Plastic Company; the first products were folded and sewn by hand and included shop cardholders, menu covers, and protectors of all sizes. Over the years, the company evolved into Samsill Corporation and expanded its product offerings. Today, Samsill is the only manufacturer of ring binders in the United States. Samsill is regarded for quality and innovative office organization solutions through a wide product selection including binders, padfolios, professional business accessories, and much more.

Summary:

This Shipping Forklift Operator is responsible for loading and unloading pallets of finished goods material to trucks, and staging in an organized manner in the shipping area. They’ll be responsible for safely operating a forklift to facilitate the movement, loading, and unloading of goods within the warehouse and shipping areas. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of products for shipment while adhering to company safety standards and operational procedures. The culture strongly supports individuals who are highly motivated and goal-oriented and those who work collaboratively with other company leaders across all functions of the organization. Delivering quality products and providing excellent customer service while maintaining a safe, engaging work environment for our employees is critical.

The culture strongly supports individuals who are highly motivated and goal-oriented and those who work collaboratively with other company leaders across all functions of the organization. Delivering quality products and providing excellent customer service while maintaining a safe, engaging work environment for our employees is critical.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Operate a forklift safely and efficiently to transport materials, products, and equipment throughout the warehouse, shipping, and receiving areas.

Prepare and stage goods for shipment, ensuring all products are accurately labeled, packed, and ready for dispatch. Report any discrepancies

Properly load trucks, ensuring that product is appropriately stacked and handled efficiently, and securely

Adhere to all established safety protocols and warehouse procedures, maintaining a safe and clean working environment.

Conduct routine maintenance checks on forklift equipment, reporting any malfunctions or maintenance requirements to the supervisor.

Collaborate with the shipping team to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of orders in accordance with customer deadlines and routing guides.

Properly and safely stretch wrap all orders in accordance with customer’s requirements and safe transporting

Assist with general warehouse duties, including sorting, organizing, and handling products as needed.

Performs other clerical duties. This could include, but is not limited to, ASNs, carrier pickup requests, shipping documents and labels

Ensures shipping area is always clean by sweeping and depositing garbage daily

Assist other duties, or departments, as needed

Backup for small package shipping, and LTL shipping

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Forklift Certified Certified

Experienced in Warehouse Practices

Inventory Management: Understanding of inventory control practices, including stock organization, labeling, and proper documentation for incoming and outgoing shipments.

Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading/unloading, inventory checks, and product staging, while maintaining accuracy and safety.

Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with team members, supervisors, and other departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely shipments.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee may lift up to 50 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:

401(k)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long- and Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off (After 6 months of employment)

Referral Program

7 Paid HolidaysRequirements:

Full-time