Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Integrated Living, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Forklift Operator / Material Handler to oversee packing and shipping operations. You will prepare employee work schedules, ensure timely order fulfillment, and maintain shipping schedules. The ideal candidate should have at least a high school diploma, relevant experience in shipping and receiving, and leadership skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle inventory control is essential. This position requires physical stamina and safe working practices.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and two years of college study.
• At least one year of shipping and receiving experience is necessary.
• A year or more in a leadership role in shipping is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily packing and shipping area activities.
• Assesses production rates and schedules shipments.
• Trains new personnel for packing and shipping.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Two years of general college study

Job description

Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Integrated Living, Inc.

General Function

Supervises and directs all packing and shipping area operations. Coordinates packing of finished products for shipment to customers, maintains shipping schedules and inventory records.

Duties

• Prepares work schedules for employees and directs daily activities in packing and shipping area.
• Assesses production rate to ensure orders are filled and shipped according to schedule.
• Trains new personnel.
• Evaluates packing material inventory and orders supplies as necessary.
• Posts and files daily packing inventory control records.
• Oversees the packing of products by evaluating size, weight, and number of products to be packed, and durability of appropriate cartons.
• Informs the Production Control Manager of packing and shipping schedules and objectives to be met.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Maintains inventory control of finished, packed products stored in the warehouse.
• Provides recommendations for continuous improvement.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Working Conditions

Works inside a plant with significant noise from presses. Work may be dusty, dirty and greasy. Handles sharp‑edged metal and is exposed to chemicals used in oil.

Physical Effort

Works on a hard surface; stands, stoops, bends and lifts heavy objects (approximately 50 lbs.). Work involves continual movement of hands and arms.

Safety Equipment

Wears safety shoes, glasses, gloves and ear plugs where required.

Qualification Requirements

• High School diploma and two (2) years of general college study.
• One more year of shipping and receiving experience.
• One (1) or more years in a leadership position in shipping and receiving or supervisory experience.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) or four (4) years of college or university education, preferring a BS degree in business administration.
• Two (2) or more years experience in shipping and receiving at supervisory level.