Forklift Operator

Family Dollar; Ashley (IN); 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. This role involves operating Powered Industrial Trucks to manage freight efficiently and safely in a dynamic warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a team. With opportunities for overtime and a supportive work atmosphere, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in the retail sector. Join a company that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate PIT equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain an organized work area and promote safety.
• Complete daily activity logs to track productivity.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organization Skills

Safety Awareness

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT)

Radio Frequency (RF) devices

Personal Data Assistant (PDA)

Job description

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3rd shift: Monday - Thursday 8PM - 6:30AM

General Summary:

Puts away or removes freight from the Receiving dock and replenishes the Bulk and Repack pick slots and reserve slots in order to maintain a consistent workflow and services the store in a safe, timely and cost effective manner using Radio Frequency (RF) devices or Personal Data Assistant (PDA) units as applicable.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completes the daily PIT checklist to ensure equipment is working properly and reports any defects to management and/or maintenance.
• Operates PIT equipment in a safe manner.
• Achieves set standards (engineered or productivity) on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Transports labeled freight from the dock to its assigned place for storage or shipment and completes the Daily Activity Log in order to track individual productivity.
• Replenishes the modules with correct freight that is free of damage in order to maintain quality standards.
• Assists in maintaining the workflow with the modules by removing empty pallets from pallet return slots as needed to adhere to housekeeping and safety standards.
• Ensures all freight staged on the floor is placed in the correct slot location to ensure slots are replenished with adequate merchandise.
• Reports all discrepancies concerning merchandise in the wrong slot, slot overflow, license number not on file, etc., to the proper personnel in order to maintain inventory standards and improve quality and productivity standards.
• Ensures merchandise is placed in the correct slot location by properly scanning each pallet license.
• Alerts Management of damaged racks, pallets, freight and/or spills.
• Follows set safety procedures and guidelines to maximize personal safety.
• Maintains an organized work area and promotes a safe working environment within the Forklift department.
• Follows all Company policies and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Position Requirements

Education: None

Experience: None. Three to six months experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks in preferred.

Physical Requirements: Able to perform essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The Team Member should have adequate fitness level to meet the demands of frequent lifting, walking, standing, moderate climbing, occasional sitting, stooping and kneeling with or without reasonable accommodation. Team Member will be required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per Distribution Center requirements. Team Member must be able to operate all types of PIT equipment. Team Member may be required to operate equipment that takes them to heights of up to 50 feet in the air.

Working Conditions: Team Member will work in a climate controlled Distribution or Warehouse atmosphere, in which outside weather conditions greatly affect the building’s temperature although fans and heaters are used. Team Member may also be exposed to or work in a restricted space, fumes and airborne particles as regulated by OSHA.

Availability: Team Member will perform shift work and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and/or holidays.

Critical Skills

Communication Skills: Must be able to effectively communicate with co-workers and management team.

Physically Capable: Has the necessary hand and motor skills needed to perform essential work activities.

Quality Conscious: Is committed to achieving and maintaining high standards. Ensures own work is correct.

Reliable: Consistent and dependable. Follows supervisors’ instructions. Respects Company policies and procedures.

Safety Conscious: Does not put self or others at risk of injury. Must be aware of personal responsibility in safety of themselves and others and acts accordingly.

Strong Organization Skills: Able to perform multiple activities successfully; establishes clear goals and objectives and is effective at managing time/priorities.

Technically Capable: Applies relevant knowledge, skills and procedures to all technical aspects of the job.

Organizational Competencies:

A competency is a characteristic of a Team Member that contributes to successful job performance and the achievement of company goals and objectives. Organizational Competencies are the behaviors, skills, knowledge, and abilities of Team Members that have a significant impact on Family Dollar’s organizational results.

Customer Focus: Dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services which meet or exceed the needs and requirements of internal and external customers. Understands customers’ expectations and utilizes that knowledge to continuously improve products and services. Makes decisions and takes action with end users in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external customers and gains their trust and respect.

Results Driven: Takes initiative and engages in work activities that have clearly defined and communicated end results. Prioritizes work appropriately and ensures that the most important tasks are completed expediently. Anticipates barriers to progress and takes appropriate action without waiting for direction. Follows through to ensure that tasks are completed with a sense of urgency. Drives self and others for results, and looks for opportunities to increase effectiveness and reduce costs.

Communication Skills: Shares and expresses thoughts in a clear and effective manner through verbal and written communication skills. Exhibits effective listening skills and interacts positively with others. Is diplomatic, tactful and professional in all communication and resolves conflicts in a cooperative manner. Presents ideas articulately and persuasively in both formal and informal settings.

Problem Solving/Decision Making: Uses sound judgment and common sense to make competent, timely and effective decisions. Gathers and analyzes relevant information and takes appropriate action. Uses knowledge and experience to understand issues and chooses the best course of action. Looks beyond the initial/surface problems to identify root causes. Takes accountability for decisions, actions and results.

Job Knowledge: Understands how businesses work and keeps up with trends affecting current job and the organization as a whole. Demonstrates the skills and expertise needed for success and is thorough, accurate and efficient while performing all job functions. Learns quickly and analyzes successes and failure to enhance job performance.

Relationship Management: Develops effective relationships and works cooperatively as part of a team. Builds rapport easily and relates well to all types of people both inside and outside the organization. Involves others in setting objectives and making decisions. Willingly shares resources and information with other team members. Defines success in terms of the whole team and recognizes the contributions of others.

Dollar Tree and Family Dollar are Equal Opportunity employers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail

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