Forklift Operator

Crate and Barrel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel is seeking a Forklift Operator to efficiently move furniture and houseware within our distribution center, using forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers.

You will perform safety checks, maintain inventory accuracy, and rotate through departments to meet daily productivity goals, with emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction. Strong teamwork and basic English are required; 1+ year of equipment experience preferred. This is an on-site role in Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• Basic English language proficiency.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Maintains awareness of loss prevention, security and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment to prevent damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities.
• Perform safety checks on lifts and report any damage.
• Maintain accurate inventory and report discrepancies.
• Perform routine equipment servicing and housekeeping of the facility.
• Rotate through departments to meet business demands and participate in training.

Skills

Basic English

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

RF scanners

POS/office tools

Computers

Job description

As a vital member of our team, the Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the efficient movement of furniture and/or houseware products. You'll expertly utilize material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and precisely position merchandise throughout our dynamic distribution center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

A day in the life as a Forklift Operator

• Uses materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/crossdock
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities
• Performs safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift
• Maintains accurate inventory and reports any discrepancies
• Performs all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table

• Basic English Language proficiency
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail

We'd love to hear from you if you have

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment

Physical and Visual Activities

• Visual Acuity: Constant near and far vision required.
• Movement: Daily standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, twisting, pushing/pulling, and remaining stationary/standing for long periods.
• Lifting Capacity: Ability to regularly move/lift up to 65 lbs. to a height of 3-4 feet (heavier items moved with team assistance). Ability to move furniture/large items up to 300 lbs. using appropriate equipment.
• Equipment & Technology Use: Ability to operate computers, RF scanners, POS/office tools.

Work Environment

• Exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold changes), concrete floors, dust, odors, and potential mechanical, electrical, or chemical hazards standard to a distribution setting.

*In accordance with applicable law, associates will be provided with reasonable accommodations as necessary and appropriate to perform the position's requirements.

NOTE: Aspects of the job listed on this job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an associate in this job. Associates are required to perform other related functions as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.