Fork Lift Operator

Job Description

Forklift Operator

General Purpose: Safely operate a forklift to move and build pallets in preparation for product shipment

Essential Functions:

Review daily schedule and report to work area

Preform forklift pre-inspections and report operational problems to the Team Leader

Operate forklift in compliance with proper operating instructions and safety procedures

Refuel forklift at end of shift and/or as needed

Troubleshoot minor forklift operation issues and make adjustments

Locate and retrieve products to build pallets manually and/or with forklift in preparation for shipping

Move pallets with forklift to staging area

May use electric or manual pallet jack to move products

Gather and assemble specific customer orders

Manually lift boxes ranging in weight from 1 lb. to 80 lbs. to build approximately 28 pallets per day

Use shrink wrapping machine to prepare pallets for shipping

Palletize boxes maintaining a pace commensurate with daily schedule

Utilize scanner to locate inventory and maintain inventory tracking

Place proper labels on pallets and boxes according to company procedure

Perform work in a fast paced environment, maintain production and quality requirements

Maintain proper housekeeping of area and equipment

Perform all other duties as assigned

Education/Experience/ License/Certification:

Forklift Certification

Pallet jack certification

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