Forklift Materials Handler

ProTrans; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Indianapolis is seeking a Forklift Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials within the warehouse. The role involves completing shipping documents, operating forklifts, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, forklift certification, and experience in material handling. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work regularly in outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; related experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and maneuver materials using a forklift.
• Complete shipping documents and maintain records.
• Follow all safety protocols while operating machinery.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Basic mathematical skills

Ability to read and interpret documents

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Scanning equipment

Forklift

Job description

Summary

Forklift Material Handler loads, unloads and moves materials within or near center, cross dock, trailers, yard, or work site. Shift: Monday - Friday 5:00 pm – 1:30 am.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Receives items for shipment, inspects visually for identity, quantity, and condition. Checks for obvious damage and segregates items requiring special handling.
• Opens containers as directed by work instructions or supervisor.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand or with forklift or other handling equipment.
• Loads materials into carrier vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or logistic bar padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Completes receiving and shipping documents accurately and completely per ProTrans specifications with the scan gun.
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled in PTI System.
• Ensures proper identification. Identifies all shipments by proper marking and labeling, including special handling instructions.
• Coordinates transportation requirements and any special handling problems. Gathers data for preparing reports.
• Warehouses and stores inbound and outbound cargo awaiting processing and/or onward movement. Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and band bundles together as directed by work instructions.
• Lifts heavy objects by hand or with power hoist, cleans work area, machines, and equipment, and conducts safety and equipment checks daily.
• Operates machinery such as banding, taping, and sealing.
• Follows all safety procedures. Actively works to improve individual and center safety record.
• Actively works for continuous quality improvement.
• Identifies and implements continual improvement initiatives to enhance the performance of the position, team, and company.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or General Education Development (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds. Ability to perform these operations using U.S. money and weight, volume, and distance units.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Able to use scanning equipment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Forklift certification.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and write English is required. Bilingual English/Spanish is desired.

Physical Demands

Regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach. Frequently stands, walks, stoops, kneels, or crouches. Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, and talking. Must use both feet and legs when operating a forklift and both hands and arms. Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. Requires close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception. Must hear and discern forklift, personnel, and environmental noises at all times.

Work Environment

Regular exposure to extreme outside weather conditions. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts. Noise level usually moderate.