Forklift Operator 1

Reliance, Inc.; Marseilles (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a warehouse associate to operate a heavy capacity forklift, load and unload materials, and efficiently move stock within our facility in Marseilles, IL. You will log inventory changes and ensure accurate documentation while coordinating with multiple teams.

The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and teamwork. Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed is a plus, and prior experience with steel handling will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Heavy capacity forklift experience is required.
• Material handling experience is preferred.
• Experience working with steel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to lift, move, and position steel and heavy materials.
• Load and unload trailers, railroad cars, and storage areas.
• Log inventory location changes into the inventory system or paperwork.
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders and record material info.
• Maintain accuracy and safety in all tasks and adhere to procedures.

Skills

Forklift experience

Material handling

Steel handling

Job description

Job Summary

Load / unload or otherwise move inventory using heavy capacity fork truck equipment according to work orders and by directive of supervisor.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for operating fork truck to lift, move, position, reposition steel and heavy material to stock areas.
• Load and unload trailers and railroad cars.
• Able to drive and operate the fork truck in a variety of conditions and spaces.
• Log and report inventory location changes according to specified procedure into inventory computer system and/or by paperwork.
• Log and tag inventory received according to specified procedure
• Assemble customer orders according to work orders
• Record pertinent material information to work orders, material, or other forms as specified by management
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Works and coordinates with multiple areas of warehouse, and coworkers to complete tasks.
• Maintain compliance with all safety requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Safety sensitive for his/her owns safety and/or of others safety.
• Demonstrated initiative to proactively seek out work and complete tasks
• Enthusiastic team player with a motivating positive attitude
• Committed to a workplace of culture and respect.
• Dependable and consistent attendance/punctuality
• May need to work overtime and weekends as assigned (depending on business need).
• Special projects as specified by management.

Required Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write
• Preferred candidates will have heavy capacity fork truck experience, material handling experience, and experience working with steel.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $22.00/Hr. - USD $23.00/Hr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN