Forklift Operator

Nesco Resource; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nesco Resource is looking for a Forklift Operator in Knoxville, TN. In this role, you will handle material assignments using a forklift, maintaining safety and operational standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and ideally one year of warehouse experience, with attention to detail and teamwork skills valued. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including medical, dental, vision, and 401K options.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, Vision, Dental

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Willing to attain forklift certification including rider pallet jack and stand up reach truck.
• Minimum one year warehouse experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in multi-temperature environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift for material handling assignments.
• Perform operations and safety checks including battery and brakes.
• Maintain cleanliness of aisles and follow safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Basic mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Operate an industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments. Identify and transport material to and from storage areas and loading dock. Operate forklift/high-lift in order to lower stock to ground level pick-level slots from higher level reserve slots during night shift & day shift, and to put received stock in higher level storage slots using safe operating practices.

HOURS:
Sunday - Thursday, Sunday starts at 5pm and Monday - Thursday at 6pm. End time is based on selection completion time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Replenishes pick slots with product from reserve slots to maintain inventory levels for selection.
Must be comfortable helping in other forklift related functions as business needs dictate.

Performs operations and safety check, including battery, brakes, lift controls, and fire extinguisher.

Records all product, equipment and warehouse damage.

Maintains the cleanliness of aisles by removing any debris from floor and racks.

Follows safety policies and practices at all times.

RELATIONSHIPS
Must be comfortable working with and under the direction of managers, and inventory control. Must be able to work side by side with selectors, loaders, pallet wrappers, and sanitation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees require

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Related Experience: A minimum of one year warehouse experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Willing to attain forklift certification including rider pallet jack and stand up reach truck; Good attention to detail; Ability to location labels; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide). Must be team oriented and able to get along with others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging from -5 degrees to over 100 degrees required


Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.