Forklift Operator

advatixinc; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move, locate and store materials using a forklift or other power-operated equipment. You will perform loading/unloading, picking/packing, labeling shipments, and maintaining organized inventory and accurate paperwork.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience and certification (or the ability to certify within 30 days), plus warehouse experience and basic math/reading skills. Physical lifting up to 40 lbs is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy.
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team.
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team-lift environment.
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of all power-operated equipment that requires certification
• Safe and efficient movement of the product, including loading and unloading of trucks
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift
• Label and prepare items for shipment
• Work with inventory control on correct product placement
• Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation
• Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items
• Ensure all items not required in the short term are restocked according to established procedures
• Update the Warehouse Management System (WMS) with the transactions completed
• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery changing procedures
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries
• Aid in cycle counting and periodic inventories
• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, and work instructions (ISO standards where applicable)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Forklift certification

Certification within 30 days

Basic math skills

Basic reading skills

Reading & following instructions

Teamwork

Heavy lifting up to 40 lbs

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator

Role Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate moving, locating, and storing of materials, utilizing a forklift or other power-operated equipment.

Key Results Area

• Safe and efficient operation of all power-operated equipment that requires certification
• Safe and efficient movement of the product, including loading and unloading of trucks
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift
• Label and prepare items for shipment
• Work with inventory control on correct product placement
• Complete required paperwork and project time-tracking documentation
• Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items
• Ensure all items not required in the short term are restocked according to established procedures
• Update the Warehouse Management System (WMS) with the transactions completed
• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery changing procedures
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick-ups and deliveries
• Aid in cycle counting and periodic inventories
• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, and work instructions (ISO standards where applicable)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required
• Forklift experience required
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required
• Basic math and reading skills
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team-lift environment
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights

The pay rate for this role is $23.50 an hour.

Archway is growing - grow with us, too.

Archway is an organization that embraces a People First culture. We hire the best and brightest talent to serve as partners to the most recognized brands in the world. We are looking for talent to join our unstoppable team! Archway is a collaborative environment that offers diverse and challenging opportunities; development and paths to leadership, competitive pay, work-from-home flexibility, and full benefits.

Archway is committed to building a diverse workforce by attracting, developing, and retaining employees. We believe that through having a diverse workforce, we will be employing the best talent and leveraging diverse and unique skills and perspectives.