1st Shift Forklift

Qualified Staffing; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Staffing in Indiana is seeking a Forklift Operator to move, stack, and track product safely in a fast-paced warehouse. You will operate heavy machinery, load/unload materials, and help maintain accurate production records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of related experience, and forklift certification per OSHA guidelines. You will work with a team, follow safety procedures, and adapt to varying shifts and locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 1 year of related work experience.
• RF Scanner experience preferred.
• OSHA forklift certification or operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of forklift equipment and support packing machines to meet inbound/outbound schedules.
• Load and unload materials as part of a team.
• Maintain accurate production records and perform required documentation.
• Identify and report safety hazards or quality issues to supervision.
• Follow inventory-control instructions and stack loads in correct storage bays.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Follow directions

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanner

OSHA forklift certification

Job description

Job Title

Forklift Operator

Department

Operations

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Status

Full Time

Reports To

Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Supervisor, or Warehouse Lead, depending on location and shift

Position Summary

We’re currently seeking a forklift operator who is experienced in operating heavy machinery, and unafraid to take on responsibility and deliver results safely in this physically demanding role. The main objective of your role is to locate, move, stack, and track product, but you may also be required to fill orders and interact with customers in a variety of settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of highly sophisticated packing machines, ensuring the inbound/outbound schedules are met.
• Work as part of a team to load and/or unload materials.
• Evaluate systems and processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Comply with company policies and safety guidelines, helping to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Meet quality and performance requirements as outlined by quality assurance and production standards.
• Report safety hazards, quality, and production issues to management immediately.
• Accurately pick, pack, check, and load products to and from designated areas in the facility, as well as on and off trailers.
• Move materials packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility.
• Stack loads in the correct storage bays, following inventory-control instructions.
• Complete forms and handle documentation.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs, and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep accurate production records and report issues.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 1 year of related work experience
• RF Scanner experience preferred
• OSHA forklift certification or operating experience perferred

Essential Qualifications

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

• Attention to detail and efficient basic computer skills
• Proven ability to use basic mathematical skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities and work ethic
• Must be able to take direction from mulitple supervisors
• Highly organized and efficient at prioritizing work load
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure at a fast pace
• Capable of following work instructions of high repetitions
• Demonstrate the ability to be cross trained on different jobs
• Willingness to work overtime when needed

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently is required.
• Spanish is preferred (required in some markets).

Physical Demands

The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• This position is frequently required to stand for periods at a time, walk, and lift products.
• This position may be required to sit; use hands to feel, perform manual dexterity; reach with hand and arms; and stoop, kneel or crouch as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable assistance.
• Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• This position works in a warehouse environment.
• The noise level is usually moderate to loud.
• Our workplace is a drug free work environment.