Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a 1st shift Forklift Operator in Kansas City, MO. You will operate lift trucks, assist with loading/unloading, and perform inbound receiving to support our supply chain solutions.

A strong team player with safe operation certification and ability to work a flexible schedule is essential. We offer competitive pay and a generous benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), life and disability coverage.

Qualifications

• Valid certification for powered industrial lift trucks.
• Flexible schedule including overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers to move products and materials.
• Use a handheld scanner with accuracy.
• Load and unload trailers as needed.
• Maintain a clean environment and follow 7S standards.
• Support process excellence and supply chain quality policies.
• Perform inbound receiving processes.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Order picking

Handheld scanner

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
As the Forklift Operator, you’ll have an important role on our team helping us provide sophisticated supply chain solutions for our customers. Become a part of our rapidly growing, dynamic team and we'll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.

Pay, benefits and more.
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Operate powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers to push, pull, lift, stack or move product, equipment and materials
• Use a handheld scanner with a high degree of accuracy
• Load and unload trailers as needed
• Adhere to the 7S program and maintain a clean environment at all times
• Display a commitment to process excellence
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Supply Chain quality policy
• Perform inbound receiving processes

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• To be trained and certified in the safe operation of powered industrial lift trucks
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime when needed

It'd be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of warehouse experience
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills

This job requires the ability to:

• Lift 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights
• Bend, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull
• Stand, sit or walk for long periods of time
• Handle or manage tools or equipment
• Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.