Forklift Operator

Colonial Group; Belton (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a forklift operator to safely and efficiently operate a forklift and wrapping equipment as needed. You will keep stock organized, document inbound/outbound materials, and pull production jobs with accurate inventory tagging.

The role supports a fast-paced manufacturing environment requiring teamwork, safety discipline, and flexibility for overtime. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 6+ months forklift experience, and the ability to obtain a PCA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6+ months experience operating a forklift.
• Willing to work overtime on short notice.
• Able to work in manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.
• Able to obtain PCA certified forklift license.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operate wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keep stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Document materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Pull jobs for production and manage inbound forms and inventory tags.
• Assist other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance workload.
• Follow safety rules and company procedures; report defects.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Team communication

Multi-tasking

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.

Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.

Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.

Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.

Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.

Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.

Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, also including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of fork lift to supervisor and/or maintenance.

Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.

Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma/GED.

6+ month’s prior experience operating a forklift.

Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.

Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Ability to obtain and maintain PCA certified forklift license.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Ability to work independently and within a team, effectively communicating with members.