Forklift Operator- 1A

iHerb; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

iHerb is hiring an Equipment Operator in Easton, PA to work in a warehouse environment under general supervision. The role requires a basic understanding of cGMPs and safety guards for equipment.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading trailers, building pallets, labeling merchandise, replenishing stock, data entry, and safely moving products with forklift equipment. A high school diploma is required; forklift certification and 1 year of warehouse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• General warehouse experience and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and cGMP principles.
• Basic math, reading and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow Maintenance and Safety Procedures.
• Load and unload trailers, build pallets and label merchandise.
• Replenish stock and perform data entry in systems.
• Move products using forklift or pallet rider and ensure proper placement.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Reading & writing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Verbal & written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Forklift certification

Job description

For A Better You At iHerb, we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member, we’ll empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career. We constantly strive for innovation, while transforming and improving the online shopping experience for our customers. We believe that individually we are incredible, but when we come together, our growth is infinite. In an industry that is constantly evolving, we are on a mission to make an impact on the global market, and the individual and collaborative efforts of our people are paramount to helping us succeed. Whether you work in one of our logistics centers, technology hubs, corporate offices or even from home, your role at iHerb will take you beyond what’s expected, turning challenge into change.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

At iHerb, we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member, we’ll empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator operates a variety of equipment utilized in a warehouse environment. The Equipment Operator will have basic understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and equipment safety guards.

Job Expectations

• Follow all Maintenance and Safety Procedures.
• Promote a safe work environment through personal actions.
• Identify any safety concerns.
• Load and unload trailers, scans merchandise, builds pallets and labels merchandise.
• Replenishes and/or stocks merchandise as needed.
• Performs manual, computer or RF functions to enter data in systems.
• Performs count of product / reconciliations (count cycle).
• Check for accuracy and placement of product in designated zones.
• Direct product to correct area in warehouse.
• Move product safely using motorized equipment to include but not limited to forklift, pallet rider.
• Follow instructions for operating equipment.
• Clear work area of loose wood and plastic.
• Sweep work area as needed.
• Report faulty equipment, damage to racks, and other safety hazards to supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to lift heavy boxes.
• Ability to follow instructions and take directions.
• Ability to perform tasks consistently and accurately.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math and computer operations.
• Attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others.

Experience Requirements

Generally requires a minimum of one (1) year experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or combination of education and equivalent work experience required.

Equipment Knowledge

• Operate a forklift.
• Ability to become forklift certified.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power equipment according to procedure.

Judgement/Reasoning Ability

• Able to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems quickly using sound judgment, poise and diplomacy.
• Ability to use judgment and reasoning skills, and determine when to elevate issues, as required, in a timely manner.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. The Team Member is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers, bend, stoop and reach with hands and arms. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to store materials throughout the work day. The Team Member may occasionally lift or move materials and products up to 60 pounds. Proper lifting techniques required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Company uniforms, closed-toed shoes, casual work environment.
• Warehouse environment, may be required to wear safety equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours as required.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is 19-25 USD. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity.