Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Akima; Tobyhanna (Monroe County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Tobyhanna, PA. The role involves operating forklifts and handling materials, ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with various forklifts and the ability to lift heavy items. Join a supportive team that offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with multiple types of forklifts.
• Able to lift and move items weighing up to 45 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move, load, unload, and transport materials.
• Perform manual warehousing tasks, including lifting heavy items.
• Ensure proper handling and security of loads.

Skills

Forklift Operation

HAZMAT Handling

Physical Endurance

Basic Computer Skills

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Responsibilities

1. Receive scheduled shipments, review documentation, and process receipts through the Logistics Management Program (LMP).
2. Operate forklifts capable of lifting 15,000 pounds to move, load, unload, transfer, transport, stack or unstack palletized goods, boxes, crates, merchandise, materials, and supplies.
3. Operate a floor-controlled electric bridge crane with a capacity of ten tons on the loading dock to unload items from vehicles.
4. Ensure proper placement and attachment of weight handling gear such as cables, ropes, and slings for loading and unloading large equipment.
5. Check ropes, cables, and equipment for wear or damage and replace as needed.
6. Operate forklifts and other equipment to load, unload, and move materials, working indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions.
7. Move oversized systems and materials through narrow aisles and operate warehouse tractors for special handling.
8. Perform manual warehousing tasks, including lifting heavy items, verifying materials, and storing or palletizing them.
9. Remove materials from storage, prepare for shipment, and verify against documents.
10. Use measuring devices for dimensions and computations.
11. Possibility of injury from falling or shifting loads; exercise caution and report damages.
12. Possibility of exposure to cuts, bruises, and other injuries.
13. Ensure security of loads, avoid overloading, and determine safe loading practices.
14. Perform driver's maintenance and fill out daily logs.
15. Possibility of physical strain and exposure to environmental conditions.
16. Handle hazardous materials with proper HAZMAT training.

Qualifications

1. Be a US citizen able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.
2. Pass a drug test prior to start.
3. Have a valid state DOT driver's license to access the base and operate company vehicles.
4. Proven experience with multiple types of forklifts.
5. Obtain a TYAD operating permit.
6. Familiarity with transporting HAZMAT.
7. Able to lift and move items weighing up to 45 pounds.
8. Operate hand and foot controls of forklifts and tractors.
9. Be computer literate with basic software skills.
10. Have physical endurance for vibration and physical tasks.

Additional Information

Job ID: 2025-16629

Work Type: On-Site

Company Description

Truestone, an Akima company, supports shareholder communities in Alaska and delivers comprehensive federal lifecycle solutions. Our work makes a difference in the lives of our shareholders and supports our government customers with complex systems and networks. We offer a challenging, supportive environment with benefits, growth opportunities, and retirement options.