Forklift Operator

Ohio Logistics; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics seeks a motivated Forklift Operator to manage material movement across their warehouse. The ideal candidate will operate forklifts, ensure safety compliance, and effectively communicate with team members. This full-time position requires a high school diploma and basic math skills.

Qualifications

• Must follow written and oral instructions.
• Bilingual is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift equipment and load/unload materials.
• Audit paperwork to ensure proper documentation.
• Adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Basic math

Ability to work under minimal supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF equipment

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator uses powered industrial forklifts to move materials throughout the distribution center and place product in designated areas. Forklift Operators primary function is load/unload trailers per customer specification and put product away in the warehouse. Inspection of material/product on in-bound and out-bound shipments is essential.

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator uses powered industrial forklifts to move materials throughout the distribution center and place product in designated areas. Forklift Operators primary function is load/unload trailers per customer specification and put product away in the warehouse. Inspection of material/product on in-bound and out-bound shipments is essential.

Primary Responsibilities

• Communicate with co-workers and coordinate to receive instructions and coordinate activities
• Operate forklift equipment
• Ability to stack and store merchandise in appropriate areas
• Ability to pick, mixed pallets may be built
• Utilize our scanner process and RF scanners
• Audit paperwork - ensure packing list matches what was received
• Occasional case pick - manual labor
• Checking loads for damage
• Stay aware of possible hazards
• Maintaining forklift equipment - proper inspections, etc.
• Load optimization
• Preparing pallets for shipment - may need to band them, wrap them, etc.
• Adhere to safety standards
• Other duties may be assigned
  
  

Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• Possess above average communication skills
• Basic math and counting skills
• Bilingual is a plus
• Be a self-starter, ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with RF equipment
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
  
  

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and/or work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or will be encountered by the employee while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Working in close proximity to others
• Working with heavy machinery and products
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Tasks may require both indoor and outdoor work assignments
• May be subject to hot and cold temperatures inside the warehouse depending upon outside weather conditions
• Occasional manual labor
• Must be able to lift 20 - 50 pounds repetitively
  
  

Work Environment

The working conditions of this position reflect those of a standard warehouse environment to include:

• Working in close proximity to others
• Working with heavy machinery and products
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Tasks may require both indoor and outdoor work assignments
• May be subject to hot and cold temperatures inside the warehouse depending upon outside weather conditions
• Occasional manual labor
  
  

EEO STATEMENT

Findlay Tall Timbers Distribution Center provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected category.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Warehousing

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