Forklift Operator - Part Time

ISS Facility Services - North America; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services - North America is seeking a forklift operator to move goods between unloading, processing, and storage areas. You may load trucks, unload deliveries, and supply production with material while following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of forklift experience. You must work safely in a fast-paced environment and adhere to company policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year experience driving heavy equipment or forklift.
• Ability to operate in high speed and fast-paced environment.
• Follows directions and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Moving controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts between areas.
• Organizing and securing stored materials such as boxes and pallets.
• Loading or unloading materials onto pallets or platforms.
• Performing routine pre- and post-checks on forklift equipment.
• Weighing products or materials and recording weight on labels.
• Wrapping loads and maintaining a clean warehouse.
• Performing related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Wage

ISS offers a competitive compensation with an hourly pay range of $17.50 per hour- $17.50 per hour

Hourly Wage

ISS offers a competitive compensation with an hourly pay range of $17.50 per hour- $17.50 per hour

Key Purpose

A forklift operator performs tasks associated with moving goods from one place to another. The operator might load trucks, unload trucks or be asked to supply production areas with product or remove recycle goods to a storage area. The forklift operator may be responsible for inspecting lifts before use and participating in training sessions for license renewal.

Success Criteria

• Develop own skill base in line with agreed appraisal, taking responsibility for increased performance, and ensuring continued self-improvement
• Participate and embrace the development opportunities within group

Key Areas of Collaboration and Influence

• Support the team, and report to the Key Account Manager
• Communicate effectively with colleagues within the Business Unit and across the company so that information is disseminated effectively and participate in project groups and meetings as required

Ideal Candidate Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• 1+ experience driving heavy equipment or forklift
• Ability to operate in high speed and fast-paced environment
• Follows direction and instructions as directed by supervisor
• Must comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures. Hold yourself and your co-workers accountable for performing work safely.

Key Accountabilities

• Moving controls, devices, and levers to drive forklifts of industry to transfer materials between unloading, processing, loading, and storage areas.
• Organizing and securing stored materials such as bales, super sacks, boxes, pallets.
• Loading or unloading materials manually, off, or on to pallets, platforms, skids, or lifting devices.
• Performing routine post and pre inspections to ensure suitable working nature or forklift equipment.
• Weighing products or materials and recording weight and further production information on labels and tags.
• Wrapping material loads with a wrapper and making clean the warehouse premises.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The ability to stand 33%, Walk >66%, Sit

• This position requires the use of a forklift. Forklift equipment may require a driver to sit or stand for extended periods of time, depending on circumstances
• Use of hands and fingers to touch, handle, grip, feel, grasp Reach above shoulders <33%, Push/pull and grasp with hands and arms 33-50%Climb or balance Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl
• Frequently lift 0-10 pounds carry 1-3 feet
• Occasionally lift 35 pounds and carry 1-5 feet
• Talk and hear 100%
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust and focus 100%
• Exposure to outside weather conditions
• Must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods

HSEQ Compliance:

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.