Forklift Operator (S Western & Reno Ave)

Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma,; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life

401k

RISE program

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma is seeking a forklift operator to safely move donations and materials within our warehouse. Responsibilities include pre-shift safety checks, loading/unloading, stacking, and transporting items using powered industrial trucks.

You will ensure equipment is refueled and maintained, and you will follow safety policies and attend required trainings. The role requires standing and lifting up to 50 lbs, with a 40-hour work week and variable schedules.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass forklift certification through Goodwill Central Oklahoma.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift safety inspections on equipment.
• Report defects to supervisor and ensure equipment is locked out.
• Load and unload trucks using powered industrial truck.
• Move materials to storage and workstation locations.
• Stack/unstack materials for storage and weighing.
• Transfer donations through production and salvage processes; dump trash from forklift dumpster.
• Refuel equipment and use appropriate tools for non-powered moves.
• Follow Goodwill safety policies and attend safety training.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety inspections

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Safely operate propane or electric-powered industrial truck equipped with lifting devices, such as fork arms, swivel-hook, fork-grapple, clamps, or trailer hitch, to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials in a warehouse environment.

Starting Pay

• $15.75 per hour
• Medical
• Vision
• Life
• 401k
• All employees are eligible for the RISE program at Goodwill. RISE helps employees gain the skills they need for personal and career growth through career guidance, job training, and support for life’s challenges.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts pre-shift safety inspections on all equipment that is operated by the employee.
• Reports all defects to their supervisor immediately and ensures that the equipment is locked and tagged out of service.
• Utilize the powered industrial truck to:
  • Load and unload trucks as needed.
  • Move materials to and from storage and or to a workstation.
  • Stack and unstack materials for storage and product weighing.
  • Transfer donations throughout the production and salvage processes. Dump trash from the forklift dumpster attachment.
• Is responsible for ensuring that the equipment that is being operated is properly refueled.
• Use appropriate equipment when moving materials that do not require a powered industrial truck, such as a dolly, pallet jack or a flat cart.
• Reviews and is familiar with Goodwill safety policies, programs and operating procedures.
• Adheres to all safety rules, regulations, and attends all applicable safety training sessions.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties and projects as required by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School degree or GED, preferred.
• Forklift certification experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass forklift certification through Goodwill Central Oklahoma.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license
• Maintain a good driving and safety record.

CORE COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Commitment to our Mission and Live the Values.
• Dependability: punctual, reliable, trustworthy, and consistent in performance and behavior.
• Job Skill Knowledge: skills/knowledge (functional/technical) to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Interpersonal Skills: effectively communicates, interacts, and work with others.
• Customer Focus: meets the expectations of internal and external customers.
• Patience: tolerant with people and processes, listens, seeks to understand, and follows processes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proper material handling and ability to handle equipment safely and sensibly
• Good follow through on deliverables
• Lead by example to ensure all procedures and safety practices are consistently followed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to stand, twist, push, pull, bend, kneel, reach for long periods of time (up to 8 hours).
• Good finger dexterity and feeling; frequent repetitive motions
• Talking, and good hearing and visual acuity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to exert 150 – 300 pounds of force.
• Good eye/hand coordination and good motor skills.
• This is considered a safety sensitive position. No level of impairment from drugs, alcohol or prescription medications will be acceptable while performing the essential functions of this job.

WORK CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

• Warehouse environment that may contain allergens such as dust and pollens as well as extreme heat and cold.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level is moderate.
• Must be available to work during operating hours as needed for business operations. Work schedule includes days, holidays, and weekends. Schedule may vary from week to week.
• Works 40 hours per week or more when required.

NOTE

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.