Forklift Operator - GDEC TO37

Olgoonik; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Olgoonik is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse receiving, storage, material movement, inventory, order selection, and shipping operations involving Government-owned products. The Forklift Operator will safely and efficiently operate powered material handling equipment while maintaining accurate product movement and accountability.

Primarily first shift in Lancaster, TX, with potential weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks.
• Familiarity with warehouse systems and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Loads and unloads trucks and transports pallets.
• Moves material to designated storage locations.
• Stacks and palletizes per warehouse procedures.
• Supports receiving, storage, inventory, and shipping.
• Verifies material and locations before moving product.
• Reports damaged product, hazards, and equipment issues.
• Performs pre-use inspections and notes maintenance needs.
• Complies with OSHA and safety procedures.
• Uses WMS or warehouse systems as required.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

OSHA knowledge

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift/MHE training and certification

Tools

WMS

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Full Time Lancaster, TX, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1837

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Schedule:

Primarily first shift, and may include weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Overview:

Olgoonik is seeking experienced Forklift Operator to support warehouse receiving, storage, material movement, inventory, order selection, and shipping operations involving Government-owned products. The Forklift Operator will safely and efficiently operate powered material handling equipment while maintaining accurate product movement and accountability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operates forklifts and other authorized material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Loads and unloads trucks and other conveyances.
• Transports pallets and material throughout the warehouse.
• Places and retrieves material from designated storage locations.
• Stacks and palletizes material in accordance with established warehouse procedures.
• Supports receiving, storage, inventory, selection, and shipping operations.
• Verifies material and locations before moving product.
• Reports damaged product, unsafe conditions, equipment problems, and discrepancies.
• Performs pre-use equipment inspections and reports maintenance requirements.
• Maintains awareness of pedestrians, other MHE operators, racks, doors, trailers, and other hazards.
• Follows all OSHA, warehouse, safety, security, and operating procedures.
• Uses WMS or other warehouse systems as required to support assigned activities.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Supports other warehouse duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks.
• Ability to complete required forklift/MHE training and certification.
• Ability to pass required safety and equipment evaluations.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment and perform physical material handling duties.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, extended hours, and overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating forklifts in a high-volume warehouse or distribution environment.
• Experience operating multiple classes/types of MHE.
• Previous Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), military, or Government warehouse experience.
• Experience using WMS or automated warehouse systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• N/A

Security Clearance:

• N/A

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

General office and warehouse environment.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.