FORKLIFT OPERATOR (FULL-TIME w/BENEFITS)

Navy Exchange Service Command; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Exchange Service Command in Jacksonville, FL seeks an experienced forklift operator to support receiving, warehousing, and shipping operations. The role involves moving palletized goods, loading and unloading shipments, and ensuring accurate stock handling according to paperwork.

You'll operate a forklift capable of handling heavy loads, participate in inventories, and follow established procedures under supervision.

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating a forklift and handling stock.
• Experience with receiving, storing and shipping stock a plus.
• Ability to follow established warehousing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift and material handling equipment in receipt, warehousing, and shipping.
• Selects stock for shipment, verifies against documents, and moves items to designated areas.
• Loads/unloads merchandise, checks items against receiving documents, and assists with inventories.
• Works under supervision to ensure accuracy and compliance with instructions.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Number:

26000395

Organization

Jacksonville Pay Range : $20.82 (Based on NAF Wage Schedule)

This is a Full-Time position which offers excellent benefits to include: Medical & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Paid Annual & Sick Leave, Matching 401K Plan, Pension Plan, and more!

Job Summary:

Operates a forklift and other material handling equipment in the receipt warehousing and shipping of stock and supplies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operates forklift capable of lifting up to 10 000 pounds as high as 168 inches to move load or unload transfer transport stack or unstack palletized goods boxes crates merchandise materials and supplies from one location to another. - Performs one or a combination of the following warehousing duties Selects for shipment or transfer designated stock by proceeding to area finding stock and verifying information shown on shipping or transferring document against that on stock tags or bin bags determines from which stack or bin items are to be removed removes stock assuring that proper quantity and nomenclature of selected stock agree with information contained on document. Moves items selected to designated location. Receives merchandise supplies and equipment from vendors or manufacturers by unloading trucks vans freight cars moves items by handcart conveyor or similar conveyances checks items against receiving documents making notation on same and reporting discrepancies to supervisor. Places identified stock in appropriate temporary or permanent storage locations according to specific oral or written instructions and established methods. May sign for merchandise received. Warehouses palletized or bulk stock according to specified locations restacks and straightens warehouse items sorts out bad containers and periodically checks bays bins for mixed stock or incorrect locations corrects or notifies supervisor of problems. Assists in taking inventories by determining quantities on hand. May operate the forklift to load vans for shipment overseas including checking weighing arranging selecting merchandise following established methods and procedures. - Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor who makes assignments and issues instructions relating to the warehousing operations. Work is checked while in progress for the arrangement of materials moved and upon completion for compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Uses moderate physical effort while performing the various maneuvers involved in the operation of the forklift truck. Performs work on hard surfaces that requires standing stooping and bending in a tiring and uncomfortable position. May lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normally works inside and outside in cold damp drafty and hot areas. Is subject to injury from falling objects collisions shifting loads and overturning of truck.

TRAINING REQUIREMENT

Associate must receive Hazardous Material HazMat training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations

GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One year of experience performing warehousing related duties such as receiving storing issuing shipping operation of manual material movement equipment etc. or similar work that provided the knowledge and skills to perform the duties of the position. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of general experience up to a High School Diploma or GED for one year of general experience. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE One year of experience including work that demonstrated the ability to operate a forklift and other material handling equipment in the receipt warehousing and shipping of stock and supplies. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Uses moderate physical effort while performing the various maneuvers involved in the operation of the forklift truck. Performs work on hard surfaces that requires standing stooping and bending in a tiring and uncomfortable position. May lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.