Certified Forklift Operator — Warehouse Specialist

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals Corporation is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate a forklift and perform warehouse and material handling duties, ensuring the accurate movement of pallets and proper stacking. The role requires adherence to safety rules and efficient logistics within a busy warehouse.

Responsibilities include organizing inventory, loading and unloading materials, inspecting for damage, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid forklift certification.
• Strong reading and comprehension of safety rules, operation and maintenance manuals.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Education/Experience options listed in qualifications.
• Ability to read work orders and use measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift safely and efficiently.
• Move pallets and materials to designated locations.
• Organize materials by size and grade for easy retrieval.
• Maintain inventory on the work floor and supply workers with materials as needed.
• Inspect materials for damage or shortages and report findings.
• Load/unload materials from pallets or lifting devices.
• Perform routine forklift maintenance and batteries recharging.
• Support warehouse operations with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Instruction Compliance

Reliability

Attention to Detail

Product Knowledge

Education

1-year certificate from college or technical school

3-6 months related experience

2-year technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Work orders

Rulers & Calipers

Stock checking software

Job description

Kloeckner Metals Corporation is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate a forklift and perform warehouse and material handling duties, ensuring the accurate movement of pallets and proper stacking. The role requires adherence to safety rules and efficient logistics within a busy warehouse.

Responsibilities include organizing inventory, loading and unloading materials, inspecting for damage, and maintaining equipment.