Forklift Driver / Material Handler, 2nd Shift

DeKalb Health; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

TVS SCS NA is seeking a Forklift Driver / Material Handler in Missouri to operate forklift equipment for receiving, storing, and distributing material using RF scanning. This is a full-time position on the second shift (2:30 PM–10:30 PM).

The role requires OSHA forklift certification (or ability to obtain), at least 2 years forklift experience, and a HS diploma or equivalent. 18+ years old; willingness to work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years of forklift experience in a busy warehouse.
• OSHA-endorsed forklift certification or ability to obtain it.
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• Prior warehouse/JIT experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of a warehouse management system are a plus.
• Knowledge of safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate forklift to maneuver racks, containers, pallets, and crates.
• Move, locate, relocate, load, unload and stack material in assigned area.
• Perform routine daily equipment inspections and elevate issues.
• Gather finished orders for movement to outbound shipping area.
• Ensure product is labeled and free of damages, overages and shortages.
• Accurately complete related paperwork.
• Adhere to quality and customer service standards.
• Observe and comply with safety procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure materials loaded are properly stacked and secure.
• Perform housekeeping tasks like sweeping and removing scrap.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Demonstrate technical capacity and teamwork orientation.
• Support decision making and maintain high safety regard.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Decision making

High safety regard

Regular attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA forklift certification or ability to become certified

Tools

Warehouse Management System

RF scanning equipment

Job description

• Base Pay $22.64 / Hour
• Other Compensation + Shift Differential
• Job Category Warehouse , Operations , Forklift
• Employee Type Full-Time
• Manage Others No

Second Shift: 2:30 PM-10:30 PM

A Forklift Driver / Material Handler

is responsible for operating material handling equipment (forklift) to receive, store, and distribute material, parts, and supplies, using wireless RF scanning equipment to direct disposition of materials.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment (forklift) to maneuver racks, containers, pallets, and crates
• Move, locate, relocate, load, unload and stack material in assigned area
• Perform routine daily equipment inspections and elevate issues
• Gather finished orders for movement to the outbound shipping area
• Ensure product is labeled and free of damages, overages and shortages
• Accurately complete all related paperwork
• Adhere to quality and customer service standards set forth by the company
• Observe and comply with all safety procedures and guidelines
• Ensure that materials loaded to be transported are properly stacked and secure
• Perform housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and removing scrap, pallets, cardboard, etc.
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance at work
• Technical capacity
• Teamwork orientation
• Decision making
• High safety regard

This job is performed in a busy warehouse environment with high forklift traffic. Warehouses are subject to seasonal temperatures. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses and vests are required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The associate may occasionally be required to lift 51 pounds, anything greater than 51 pounds requires assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a forklift in a busy warehouse environment
• OSHA-endorsed forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified
• Must be 18 years old or older

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Prior work experience in a warehouse and/or a Just-in-Time (JIT) environment preferred
• Basic computer skills and experience with a warehouse management system are a plus
• Knowledge of safety practices

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Full Time. Schedule flexibility for extended or unplanned work hours is required. Currently working Monday - Friday (Saturdays when needed).

Travel

No travel is required between locations.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an EEO employer, TVS SCS NA is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture. The TVS SCS NA team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law within any employment practices. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants; please contact [Hope Molyneaux, [e-mail]] to make a reasonable accommodation request. The employee selected for this role must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

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