Forklift Operator

Veritiv Corp; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Annual Profit-Sharing Program

Job summary

Veritiv Corp in Ventura, California is seeking a Forklift Operator to manage material distribution within the warehouse. The role requires operating forklifts safely and assisting in inventory management, ensuring orders are fulfilled efficiently while adhering to safety regulations.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of warehouse experience, strong planning skills, and preferably a forklift certification. Benefits include healthcare, 401k with matching, and extensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working in a warehouse environment. Distribution warehousing experience preferred.
• Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50–75 pounds.
• Forklift certified a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials.
• Read and interpret work orders and shipping documents.
• Organize inventory by sorting materials on shelves.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders for shipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory records.

Skills

Forklift certification

Planning and organization skills

Ability to work quickly and efficiently

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED Preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

Our Forklift Operator will receive, store and distribute material and products within establishment by performing the various warehouse functions.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas; perform routine equipment inspections.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to accurately pick, move, or distribute items.
• Organize inventory by sorting and placing materials on shelves, racks, or bins according to type, size, or product code.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders, prepared items for shipment, and load materials onto trucks as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by counting items, completing documentation, and using computer systems for data entry.
• Label materials with identifying information and opened containers (crates, bales, etc.) as necessary.
• Process clear and accurate paperwork related to inventory movement and shipping.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memo.
• Ability to write short correspondence.
• Forklift certified a plus.

Rate of Pay

$22.25/hr.

Work Experience

• 2+ years working in a warehouse environment. Distribution warehousing experience preferred.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred.

Working Conditions

• Regularly working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse where exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions may occur.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, twist and carry up 50–75 pounds, manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material handling equipment and skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds utilizing pallet jack.
• Walking/Standing - walk throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders. Stand when operating order picker or reach truck equipment and when operating cutter.
• Sitting - sit only when driving sit-down material handling equipment.
• Lifting - lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Stooping - performed when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations. May bend at the waist.
• Kneeling - kneel when filling orders or putting away products assigned to floor level locations.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more!