Forklift Operator, 3rd Shift

Colonial Group; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Gallatin, TN is seeking a forklift operator for the 3rd shift (11:00pm–7:00am). The role focuses on safe forklift operation, material handling, and accurate documentation of loads and pallets.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, 6+ months forklift experience, and PCA forklift certification. Ability to work overtime and in a manufacturing environment is essential. U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• PCA certified forklift license is required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
• Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts to supervisor/maintenance.
• Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.
• Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

PCA certified forklift license

Job description

Location:

Gallatin, TN

Shift:

3rd Shift (11:00pm-7:00am - workweek starts Sunday night)

Pay Rate:

$23.64

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Operates wrapping equipment when necessary.
• Keeps stock and materials in orderly fashion.
• Documents materials unloaded and taken off trucks.
• Responsible for pulling job for production, inbound forms, inventory tags and counts on materials received or shipped.
• Assists other shipping and receiving material handlers to balance the workload, organize warehouses, and perform general cleaning.
• Follows rules and procedures relative to the safe and efficient operation of the forklift, also including reporting any missing, broken, bent or worn parts of fork lift to supervisor and/or maintenance.
• Alert to any obvious defects of incoming material.
• Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED.
• 6+ month’s prior experience operating a forklift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Ability to obtain and maintain PCA certified forklift license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, effectively communicating with members.