Fork Lift Operator

Goodwill of North Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to join their team in Atlanta. This role involves operating powered industrial trucks to efficiently load and unload materials while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. You will thrive in a supportive environment that values personal and professional growth, providing essential services to the community. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will play a crucial part in helping others reach their potential. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to excel, we encourage you to apply today.

Benefits

Weekly/Bi-Weekly paychecks

Paid time off for sick, vacation and holidays

25% employee discount

Health, dental and vision insurance

Complimentary uniforms

Access to free job skills training

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in operating a forklift required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials.
• Document package movement and maintain safety logs.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Powered Hand Truck

Job description

Description

Join our team!

At Goodwill of North Georgia, we make a positive impact on our community by using donations and sales from our 100+ locations to help local job seekers find meaningful work. Simply said, we put people to work. Join our team and work for an organization that will help you grow personally and professionally while giving you the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts are helping others reach their potential.

You can learn more about our 100+ stores, donation centers and career centers and how our mission helps local job seekers at goodwillng.org.

What we offer:

• Weekly/Bi-Weekly paychecks


• Paid time off for sick, vacation and holidays


• 25% employee discount


• Health, dental and vision insurance for staff and their family


• Complimentary uniforms


• Access to free job skills training at Goodwill Career Centers

What you'll be doing:

As a Forklift Operator you will operate powered industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities. Responsible for processing, identifying, verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing property, equipment, and merchandise against bills of lading, invoice purchase orders, records and customers return authorizations.

• Responsible for receiving items ordered by and directly for specific organizations at the Center for Disease Control (CDC).


• Verify that CDC is to receive the material by checking the acquisition documents.


• Examine incoming shipments; reject damaged items and record shortages.


• Notify the Material Coordinator of any discrepancies or damages found.


• Report suspicious packages immediately to CDC Security.


• Mark packages with appropriate delivery designation within CDC with a copy of the acquisition document or packing list attached.


• Document package movement from receiving point to delivery point.


• Identify and barcode all accountable property within one (1) day of receipt.


• Scan item prior to placing on the truck for delivery and again at final destination.


• Scan bar code excess items into warehouse location and physically inventory all equipment property and supplies at time of arrival.


• Utilize a forklift or powered hand truck


• Load/unload materials to/from vehicles and attach them in assigned locations.


• Move excess property to designated area within two (2) business days of arrival.


• Separate all excess into good condition, repairable condition and scrap condition as determined.


• Relocate surplus property to designated area, arrange, and number in sequential lots in accordance to directions.


• Locate and move materials to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.


• Pack, weigh, and label material for shipment as directed.


• Identify safety hazards and correct them


• Maintain machines, equipment, and electrical components.


• Inspect Forklift or powered hand truck daily and maintain safety logs

What we're looking for:

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• One (1) year experience in operating a forklift.


• Must possess or be able to obtain a forklift License.


• Knowledge of various material-handling equipment an asset


• Must have excellent organizational, oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of OSHA Regulations


• Possess a high regard for safety in the workplace


• The ability to push, pull, lift, up to 50lbs. with or without accommodations

Location:

CDC Warehouse Ops- Building 34

1600 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, GA 30329

Shift: Monday-Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)

Does this sound like a place for you? If so, please apply today. Our process takes about 15 minutes to complete. Once you do, our recruiting team will reach out to you within a few days. Thank you for your time and your interest in Goodwill of North Georgia.

Goodwill of North Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Goodwill to consider applicants based solely on qualifications and merit; without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

This job opportunity operates under the guidelines of the AbilityOne Program and the Javis-Wagner-O'Day Act, providing the largest source of employment for people who are blind or have severe disability, including our disabled veterans and wounded warriors (www.abilityone.gov).

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