Forklift Operator - Day Shift

Keller Logistics Group; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller Logistics Group is hiring a day-shift forklift operator at our Kenosha location (10411 80th Avenue, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158). The role involves loading/unloading trucks, receiving, stacking/picking, and moving product on a 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

rotating shift. Will require forklift-driven safety and accuracy in daily tasks. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years forklift experience, RF scanner use, and in-house Industrial Truck Certification.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–3 years forklift experience.
• Experience with RF scanner.
• Must pass drug screen and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Loading/unloading trucks.
• Receiving.
• Stacking/picking.
• Moving product.
• Inspect and report equipment issues per shift.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Industrial Truck Certification

Tools

Forklift

RF scanner

WMS/KOS systems

Job description

We are now hiring day-shiftforklift operatorsto join the team at our Kenosha location! Located at10411 80th Avenue, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158.If you're looking for long-term employment with a company you can grow with, this is the position for you!

Looking for someone with forklift shipping/receiving experience in a warehouse setting. The ideal candidate would have 1 to 3 years of forklift experience, as well as experience with an RF scanner.

Must pass a drug screen and a criminal background check prior to employment.

Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. on a rotating shift

Job Overview:

• Loading/unloading trucks.
• Receiving.
• Stacking/picking.
• Moving product.

What we're looking for

• Ability to work safely, follow safety procedures, and operate equipment safely, and able to recognize and respond to unsafe working conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisor and other associates.
• Ability to take direction from Supervisor.
• Ability to get along well with others in organization.
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives with supervision.
• Ability to count accurately.
• Knowledge of WMS system and KOS system.
• Knowledge of Industrial Truck Operational Procedures, including ability to handle product without damaging and the ability to use clamps, forks, and other attachments as needed.
• Must obtain Industrial Truck Certification through in house training.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as requested by Supervisor.
• Must be able to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

What you'll be doing

• Check with Supervisor or Clerk for job orders.
• At the beginning of each shift, inspect the powered industrial truck. Check for damage or problems and report them to your Supervisor. Document inspection on pre-operation inspection sheet.
• Lock out / tag out unsafe or inoperable equipment.
• Load, unload, and place product in proper storage bay stacked straight and neat.
• Verify counts of incoming product, make necessary adjustments on paperwork, and initial any changes.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are free of damage and document or report immediately to supervisor.
• Sign and date the paperwork when load is finished.
• Accurately input information as trained with scanner, documenting all functions performed.
• Ship accurate number of pieces per load worksheet.
• Assist with inventory counts and proper stock rotation.
• Change propane tanks properly and safely and change and charge batteries as needed.
• Answer phones and take accurate messages.
• Operate copy and fax machine as needed.
• Use radio equipment for communication in a respectable manner.
• Duties associated with housekeeping (throw away trash and sweep floors) and follow and maintain 5S standards.
• Comply with OSHA standards and use safety equipment as required (eye and ear protection, back supports, and fall protection).
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Report immediately any and all incidents occurring on the forklift (i.e. damage to property, near misses, accidents, etc.)