Forklift Operator

Procure Personnel; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Hazleton is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team. The role involves operating material handling equipment, ensuring safety standards, and following warehouse management systems. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, meeting productivity standards. This position offers competitive hourly pay and the opportunity to contribute to a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating material handling equipment is preferred.
• Ability to work independently while meeting quality and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate various material handling equipment including forklifts and RF scanners.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment following good housekeeping practices.
• Follow the WMS system for replenishment, put-away, and bulk pick functions.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Equipment operation

Cold storage work ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Material handling equipment

RF scanner

Job description

We currently have immediate needs to fill our Forklift Operator positions in Hazleton.

The tasks and responsibilities required of the Warehouse Associate-Level II are outlined below:

• Thoroughly inspects MHE for excessive wear or damage and completes preoperational checklists to ensure equipment is safe to operate prior to use.
• Ensures any maintenance or repair issues for the building, vehicles and equipment are communicated to supervision.
• Exhibits safe behaviors and practices in the workplace to include wearing required PPE and following safe material handling and lifting practices.
• Responsible to follow good housekeeping and GMP to maintain a safe and clean working environment to include cleaning debris from locations, sweeping aisles, cleaning up spilled product and picking up trash.
• In the performance of duties will be required to operate a variety of material handling equipment including deep reach and stand-up forklifts, slip sheet machines, stock pickers and rider-walkies.
• Uses an RF scanner in a computerized inventory control system to manage product movements throughout the warehouse.
• Ability to work independently while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Replenishment – Using the WMS system, the Level II Warehouse Associate obtains pallets from locations and moves them to designated locations.
• Put-Away – Using the WMS system, the Level II Warehouse Associate properly and correctly places product in the generated put-away locations.
• Bulk Pick – Using the WMS system, the Level II Warehouse Associate completes the bulk pick function by following the system to the correct locations.
• Inbound - Using the WMS system, the Level II Warehouse Associate responsibilities include ensuring the proper unloading of trailers, transporting and put-away of product.

The skills and qualifications required for the Warehouse Associate-Level II are outlined below:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience operating MHE and warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to operate all equipment associated with a warehousing environment (material handling equipment, RF scanner).
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work at heights of up to 40 ft.
• Ability to work in cold storage (40◦F)
• Ability to frequently lift 35 to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Must meet DOT sight and hearing requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work daily and weekend overtime to meet business needs.
• Ability to work independently while meeting quality and productivity standards.

Shifts:

• Monday-Friday 8am-4pm or 7am-3pm ($18/hr.)

About Procure Personnel:

For over 30 years, Procure Personnel has helped job seekers find meaningful work and helped businesses grow with great talent. We believe in creating strong partnerships, providing real support, and making a difference in every placement we make.