Forklift Operator Class 1

Standard Motor Products; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Motor Products is seeking an Equipment Operator to support shipping, receiving, and picking at our Minnesota facility. You will operate battery-powered forklifts, count inventory, and ensure accurate handling of products according to SOPs.

You will verify quantities, document movements, maintain equipment safety, and uphold OSHA/SDS standards while collaborating with team to meet output and quality goals.

Qualifications

• Experience operating battery-powered forklifts in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to read instructions and follow SOPs.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound shipments using battery-powered forklift.
• Unload inbound shipments and replenish storage areas.
• Pick orders and stage for dispatch.
• Verify products meet quality standards and document discrepancies.
• Maintain equipment and report faults; ensure forklift certification.
• Comply with safety rules and OSHA/SDS standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Inventory counting

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Reach truck

Cherry picker

Pallet jack

Job description

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Equipment Operators are responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of shipping, receiving, and picking. Activities may include but are not limited to: loading or unloading, scanning, moving, staging, replenishing, and stacking product. This individual is also responsible for counting and inspecting product, and notifying leadership when there are damages or discrepancies. These Associates are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned. Associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality. Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies.

Requirements (include but not limited to):

• Using battery powered forklift to load outbound shipments, move product, and stack products or materials. Associates must efficiently and accurately load orders according to the appropriate doors and trailers. All shipping functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Using battery powered forklift to unload inbound shipments, move product, replenish, stack and store products or materials. Associates must efficiently and accurately locate and place products in the appropriate storage areas. All receiving functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Using battery powered forklift to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands. Associates must efficiently and accurately pick products and stage in the appropriate areas. Associates will stack, package, band, shrink wrap, and label product(s) as determined by client requirements. All picking functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Using the appropriate documentation to ensure that all products and orders are received, handled, and shipped correctly. Associates will verify that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies. Associates will stack, package, shrink wrap, and label product(s). All quality control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• All associates are responsible for executing all safety protocols and will accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety. Associates will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/SDS Standards.
• In performing assigned duties the equipment used can include but is not limited to: stand-up, reach truck, cherry picker, or pallet jack. Associates are responsible for the upkeep of equipment, daily inspection and reporting of equipment problems. Associates must maintain an active forklift certification.

Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.