Forklift Operator II

Xpedient Logistics; Auburn (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xpedient Logistics in Auburn, GA is hiring for a forklift operator to support warehousing and logistics operations. You will load/unload, pick and stage orders, and move products using powered equipment while maintaining safety and accuracy in inventory records.

The role requires at least 6 months of forklift/warehouse experience, the ability to pass a forklift skills test, and lifting 20-45 lb cases. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of forklift and warehouse experience.
• Must pass Forklift Driving Skills test.
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• 18 years or older.
• Able to work in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Able to operate forklift and manage racking systems safely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct operations in a manner promoting safety.
• Put away inbound shipments and move products to storage locations using a forklift.
• Pick cases and load pallets using powered equipment.
• Prepare products for shipment with exact counts and correct items staged.
• Maintain accurate records for inventory.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report variances.
• Assist with physical inventories and keep the facility clean and orderly.

Skills

Forklift experience

Forklift driving

Safety compliance

Job description

About this position

Xpedient is a full-service 3rd party logistics provider. We have experience helping a diverse client base in warehousing services, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment and labor needs.

Shift: 3pm - 11:30pm

Summary

Our Team Members operate powered industrial equipment such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts with fork or clamp attachments. Tasks loading/unloading pallets and cases, picking/staging orders, putting away pallets, and other general forklift work.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct operations in a manner promoting safety
• Sit-down lift experiences preferred
• Minimum of 6 months of forklift and warehouse experience
• Must be super-efficient in all tasks required
• Put away inbound shipments/move product to storage locations using a forklift
• Picking cases by the each onto pallets using the powered equipment
• Prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and correct item is staged for loading
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy
• Report quality variances
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion
• Assist in any required physical inventories
• Complete daily inspection of equipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions, and to code applicable documents

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass Forklift Driving Skills test
• This position requires lifting cases weighing from 20-45 pounds repeatedly throughout a long work period
• 18 years or older
• Working in a high-speed manufacturing environment (e.g., team-oriented, deadline driven, high performance demands, fast-paced, etc.)
• Driving a forklift (e.g., performing basic operations such as driving forwards, driving backwards, lifting and lowering boom, maneuvering in tight areas without damaging product, etc.)
• Working with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets (e.g., pulling and placing pallets on/off vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.)
• Working with standards of operation (e.g., OSHA requirements on minimum/maximum speeds, signaling, putting products in appropriate areas, etc.)

Safety:

• Observe and follow health and safety regulations
• Enforces operating instructions and safety policies.
• Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures
• Maintain detailed records of safety incidents
• Assign designated safety personnel
• Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

Xpedient Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Xpedient offers competitive wages, insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision and life), paid time off and holidays.

Salary Information

$0 - $20Hourly Wage