Forklift Driver

Lineage, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career advancement opportunities

Benefits after 30 days

Healthcare and retirement benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator for on-site work in Norfolk, VA. You will use electric-powered forklifts to move products and load/unload materials while adhering to safety standards.

Responsibilities include operating lifting devices, recording weights with RF, performing daily maintenance, and coordinating with drivers. The role offers training, growth opportunities, and benefits after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures (-20°F to 100°F) with PPE.
• Must lift at least 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Position forks and loading devices under pallets, move and load/unload materials.
• Record weights, counts, and conditions using RF system.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance/checksheet.
• Lead safety inspections on truck chalking and glad-hand process.
• Coordinate with semi-truck drivers to ensure safety.
• Maintain and charge batteries and keep equipment clean.

Skills

Basic math

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

RF System

Job description

Forklift DriverOur website uses cookies to give you the best experience. By using our website, you accept the use of cookies.# Careers l Lineage Logistics## Forklift DriverApply: On-Site: Norfolk, VA (Hampton Blvd. Port 3): Full time: Posted Today: R0107700**Position: Forklift operator** **Schedule Options:*** Monday - Friday | 7:30AM - 4:15PM**Pay Range:** $20/hour**Benefits:*** On-the-job training* Opportunities for growth and career advancement* Benefits after 30 days of employment**Apply Today:** Don’t miss the chance to step into a leadership role on our warehouse team!Use electric-powered industrial trucks with lifting devices to move products, equipment, and materials while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Ensure the proper loading and unloading of materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.# **KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Position forks, lifting platform, or other lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials, transports, load and unload to a designated area* List materials and record weight, counts, and condition of frozen food items via a Radio Frequency (RF) system* Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet* Lead safety inspections on truck chalking and glad-hand process* Communicate with semi-truck drivers to ensure safety precautions* Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station# **ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Work with other machinery and material handling equipment# **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)*** Basic math skills* Ability to understand instructions in Country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics* Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear* Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facility* Ability to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if needed* Must be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loudPay Range:$15.72 - $26.59Why Lineage? This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers’ requirements. Beyond that, you’ll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We’ll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law. BenefitsLineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.