Forklift Operator I - Duq

American Textile Company; Duquesne (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A textile manufacturing firm in Duquesne is looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to manage the movement of finished goods in their warehouse. Responsibilities include putting away goods, replenishing stock for order processing, and ensuring the safety of equipment usage. The ideal candidate must be certified to operate a forklift and reach truck and possess good reading comprehension for shipping documents. Physical demands include lifting cartons up to 50lbs and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Must be certified to use both a fork lift and a reach truck according to OSHA guidelines.
• Certification is provided on-site.

Responsibilities

• Put away finished goods into their appropriate storage locations.
• Move finished goods from storage to the picking area for customer orders.
• Electronically transfer inventory for reprocessing or replenishment.
• Ensure safe use of company equipment and report any problems.

Skills

Ability to read and understand shipping documents

Ability to be trained to use a hand held scanner

Operate a pallet mover

Certified to use a fork lift and a reach truck

Basic Math Skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for put away and replenishment of all finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Put away - Responsible for moving finished goods received into Duquesne from the dock area to their appropriate storage locations using a pallet mover, fork lift, or a reach truck.
• Replenishment - Responsible for moving finished goods from their storage locations to the picking area to be used by the order processors to fill customer orders. Responsible for unloading cartons from pallets and filling storage racks with cartons.
• Inventory - Responsible for electronically transferring inventory picked for reprocessing or replenishment from its current location into the appropriate location.
• Safety and Equipment - Responsible for careful and safe use of all company equipment and property. Responsible for reporting any equipment problems to immediate supervisor, or the maintenance department. Responsible for performing duties in such a way to ensure the safety of oneself and one’s co-workers.

Skills / Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand shipping documents and related paperwork.
• Ability to be trained to use a hand held scanner.
• Must be able to operate a pallet mover.
• Must be certified to use both a fork lift and a reach truck according to OSHA guidelines.
• Certification is provided on-site.
• Basic Math Skills

Physical Demands

• Ability to constantly stand, walk, bend, and reach.
• Ability to constantly lift and carry cartons weighing up to 25#
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry cartons weighing up to 50#
• Ability to climb on and off fork lift and/or reach truck.