Forklift Operator

NEPW Logistics, Inc.; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPW Logistics, Inc. in Portland, ME is seeking a Forklift Operator to move, locate, relocate and stack pallets in a warehouse setting. The role emphasizes safe and efficient operation of a lift-truck and adherence to all safety regulations.

Candidates should be reliable, detail-oriented and able to work independently, with experience handling pallets and basic hand tools as needed.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and able to follow forklift safety rules.
• Experience operating a lift-truck or similar material-handling equipment.
• Able to read instructions and use basic hand tools if needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates a lift-truck to load and unload trucks.
• Receives and selects pallets for outbound shipments.
• Tracks shipments using a handheld scanner.
• Keeps warehouse floors clear of product and scrap.
• Uses tools as needed and follows all safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety conscious

Mechanical Aptitude

Reliable

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Communicate effectively

Works Well Independently

Job description

Description

Forklift Operator

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a lift-truck to move, locate, relocate, stack, pallets. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle. This position operates in a warehouse setting.

Essential Functions

• Operates a lift-truck loading & unloading trucks.
• Changing out propane tanks on lift when out of Fuel.
• Receive & select pallets for outbound.
• Track shipments using a handheld scanner.
• Clearing the warehouse floor of product and scrap.
• Ability to comfortably use a ratchet, utility knife and other tools as needed
• Follows all safety requirements and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Safety conscious
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Reliable
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively.
• Works Well Independently

Physical Requirements

• Sitting or driving – 20 to 60 minutes at a time
• Maximum lifting/carrying 60lbs.
• Frequent lifting/carrying 10lbs.
• Repetitive motion with wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle