Forklift Operator - Reach Truck 2nd Shift

Idlogistics; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Idlogistics in Reno, NV is seeking a Warehouse Associate to operate powered industrial equipment, load and unload shipments, stock and stage products, and move items to storage or rail/transport. You will maintain a neat, clean workplace and follow safety rules while keeping accurate records and reports for inventory control.

This full-time role requires a GED or better, 3+ years of related experience, the ability to obtain and maintain equipment certifications, and strict adherence to PPE and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and OSHA rules.
• Strong attention to detail for inventory accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered industrial equipment safely to load, unload, and move products.
• Stock, stage, and transport goods within the distribution center.
• Maintain equipment and keep work areas neat and orderly.
• Inspect assigned equipment daily and report variances.
• Ensure inbound/outbound shipments are accurate and undamaged.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Transportation, and Maintenance as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

GED

Job description

Operates gasoline-, liquefied gas-, or electric-powered industrial equipment equipped with lifting devices, such as sit-down, stand-up, clamp or other elevating equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in distribution center or storage yard.

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using powered industrial equipment.
• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean and orderly fashion.
• On a daily basis, inspect assigned equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards.
• Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
• Efficiently stack and store product in the appropriate areas.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded and shipped.
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars, trailers, or containers.
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Follow customer requirements and/or other instructions to ensure accuracy: load count, stability of product, and that all products are loaded and unloaded safely.
• Coordinate as necessary with all other departments/functions, especially Customer Service, Transportation and Maintenance.
• Perform good housekeeping practices, clean as you go process.
• Conduct operations and equipment in a manner that promotes safety and report unsafe conditions that can’t be self-corrected to the leadership team.
• Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
• Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Shift Hours: 1500-2330

Payrate: $21.50/hr plus $1.00/hr shift differential

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); three or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to successfully complete post-hire assessments.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain equipment certifications (e.g. OSHA, company, etc.).
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work environment (e.g. protective footwear, protective eyewear, gloves, etc.) in accordance with safety policies.