Forklift Operator - New Part-Time Flex Scheduling

Allen Distribution; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Forklift Operator in a flexible part-time role that fits your lifestyle. This position offers you the chance to choose your own hours while working in a supportive team environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of shipments and maintaining safety standards. This innovative firm values reliability, adaptability, and teamwork, providing opportunities for career development and skill enhancement. If you're looking for a role that allows you to balance work with your personal commitments, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Work-Life Balance

Supportive Team Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Experience with RF scan devices and food safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure error-free inbound and outbound shipments.
• Meet productivity standards and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Forklift License

Food Safety Training

Tools

RF Scan Device

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Department: Operations

Reports To: Distribution Manager

Position Type: Part-Time Flex

Schedule: FLEX

Wage: $18.00/Hourly

Join Our Team: Flexible Part-Time Positions Available!

Are you looking for a role that fits your lifestyle? At Allen Distribution, we understand that flexibility is key, whether you're balancing school, family, or other commitments. We’re excited to offer part-time positions with schedules designed to fit your needs!

Benefits of the Position:

• You Choose When to Work: You determine when you want to work based on the availability of shifts.
• Flexible Hours: We offer a variety of shifts to fit your schedule, whether you’re looking for daytime, evening, or weekend work.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the ability to work around your life, not the other way around.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a team that values collaboration and growth.
• Career Development: Gain valuable skills and experience, with opportunities to grow within our organization.

How It Works:

• Simply Download the App on your smartphone or tablet and use your mobile number to login.
• Receive notifications on your App and via text when a manager updates or posts new shifts.
• Providing your availability in the App will help your Supervisor to post shifts that fit your schedule.
• You can pick new skills to learn from the profile screen and your Supervisor will be notified of your interest.
• Go for the GOLD and track your Reliability, Experience, and Consistency on your profile screen in the App.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Reliable Self-Starters: We value employees who can work independently and show initiative.
• Distribution Skills: Experienced and successful work history will fit well with this position.
• Flexible and Adaptable: Embrace change and bring a positive attitude to every shift.
• Passionate Team Players: We thrive when our team members support each other.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Ability to use a RF scan device.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs, sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Ensure all inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
• Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited to work in a flexible, supportive environment where you can make a difference, apply today.

Values and Business Practices

• Customer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitude.
• We treat everybody with respect and dignity.
• We operate with high business ethics.
• We are a good corporate citizen.
• We value our professional relationships.
• We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture.”
• We are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilities.

Company Expectations

Our expectation is that all employees, customers, and vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long-term success.

Flexibility:

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends, and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).

Reliability:

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.

Attitude:

Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to learn:

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative:

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participates in pre-shift meetings and department meetings. Displays pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc. Promotes teamwork and assists in all areas and processes in the operation as needed/required.

Quality of Work:

• Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough, and professional work. Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO,” by completing work correctly the first time.

Follows directions:

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc.

Communication:

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Reports all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance:

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Safety:

Follows all rules, guidelines, and practices. Informs supervisor/manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Competency

1. Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
2. Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
3. Must be able to lift 50lbs., sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
4. Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
5. Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

Productivity:

• Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
• Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building you are assigned.
• Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.

Safety:

• Follow established Dock Safety policy.
• Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
• Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.
• Must have experience and be knowledgeable about Food Safety or willing to receive training in Food Safety.

Quality:

• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage-free.
• Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
• Complete all Inbound and Outbound paperwork accurately and completely.
• Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
• Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancies to supervisor/manager.

Initiative:

• Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.

These expectations are meant to be a guide and may be changed at any time at the discretion of Allen Distribution.