Forklift Operator

Veritiv; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 25,287 - 36,015; Full time

Job summary

Veritiv in Camarillo, California, is seeking a Forklift Operator to receive, store, and distribute materials in a warehouse environment. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in a warehouse, strong planning and organization skills, and be able to operate forklifts safely. The role requires the ability to lift 50-75 pounds and manage inventory. Pay is $22.25/hr with the potential for forklift certification beneficial. The position may involve working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in a warehouse environment, preferably in distribution.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and write short correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials.
• Read and interpret work orders and shipping documents.
• Organize inventory and maintain accurate records.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders and load materials.

Skills

Forklift certification

Inventory management

Strong planning and organization skills

Ability to work quickly and efficiently

Education

High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Job description

Overview

Our Forklift Operator will receive, store and distribute material and products within establishment by performing the various warehouse functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas; perform routine equipment inspections.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to accurately pick, move, or distribute items.
• Organize inventory by sorting and placing materials on shelves, racks, or bins according to type, size, or product code.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders, prepare items for shipment, and load materials onto trucks as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by counting items, completing documentation, and using computer systems for data entry.
• Label materials with identifying information and opened containers (crates, bales, etc.) as necessary.
• Process clear and accurate paperwork related to inventory movement and shipping.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memo.
• Ability to write short correspondence.
• Forklift certified a plus.

Rate of pay: $22.25/hr.

Work Experience

• 2+ years working in a warehouse environment. Distribution warehousing experience preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Working Conditions

The work environment for this position requires:

• Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up to 50 - 75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
• Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and duties may change from time to time depending on our business needs.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.