Forklift Equipment Operator/Paper Clamp Operator *1st Shift*

ZipRecruiter; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to manage forklift operations and ensure efficient inventory handling. This role involves operating various forklifts, maintaining a clean and organized production area, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate initiative in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact operational success and safety standards, all while enjoying a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Pass written and equipment operation forklift certification tests.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other equipment safely to manage inventory.
• Load and unload trailers and containers efficiently.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

***Forklift/Clamp Experience Required***

Equipment Operator employees must:

• Possess a valid TWIC.
• Wear safety-toe boots/shoes.
• Not use cellular phones while on duty.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to follow verbal and written instructions.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Operate different sizes of forklifts and other company equipment safely to stack and retrieve supplies and materials, maintain inventory, and ensure production area organization and cleanliness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain coordination of team functions, ensuring continuous control of daily operations. Be aware of work conditions, time, service, and quality.
• Set an example in appearance, attendance, demeanor, responsibility, and dedication to the company.

• Lift, stack, un-stack, and move materials using diesel, electric, or propane-powered trucks with fork or clamp attachments.
• Ensure goods are stored in correct areas for efficient retrieval.
• Load and unload trailers, containers, boxcars, and cargo off vessels.
• Perform manual duties such as lashing and shoring cargo, attaching slings or hooks, signaling, and directing cargo movement, including supervising less experienced stevedores.
• Perform quality checks as required.
• Report unsafe situations to the supervisor.

• Ensure all team tasks are completed by the end of the shift.
• Work on miscellaneous projects as needed.
• Operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and demonstrate initiative and tact.

• Adhere to safety policies and OSHA procedures.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Pass written and equipment operation forklift certification tests, covering safety procedures, inspections, storage, stability, load centers, battery inspection, and material handling.
• Willingness and ability to perform all team responsibilities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, respectful and kind.
• Resourceful, organized, and dependable.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse personalities.
• Attentive to details, able to work and make decisions independently.
• Understanding of warehouse operations.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

COMPETENCIES:

• Verbal comprehension: Understand oral and written communications.
• Communication skills: Provide clear instructions.
• Reasoning skills: Problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Time Management: Manage time effectively, prioritize activities.

ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL: 0%-10%

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

• Stand, walk long distances, talk, and hear regularly.
• Use hands and arms frequently, reach.
• Occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, or crawl.
• Lift/move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 150 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Wear safety PPE (vest, hard hat, gloves).
• Vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Work indoors and outdoors, in extreme weather, on slippery/uneven surfaces, around machinery and moving objects.

Work hours: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM, weekends and holidays as needed.