Forklift Operator: Safe, Precise Material Movement

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA; Lebanon (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA in Lebanon, MO seeks a Forklift Operator to move materials safely and efficiently in a manufacturing warehouse. This hourly role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and requires adherence to safety, quality, and warehouse procedures while handling loading, unloading, and tracking materials.

You will operate forklifts, pick and stage orders, assist with inventory, complete shipping paperwork, and help other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience and safety training preferred.
• Ability to read shipping documents and labels.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, ship, and receive warehouse materials and products.
• Transport materials to designated locations within the facility using a forklift.
• Pick, wrap, stage, and prepare orders for shipment based on pick tickets and production needs.
• Build pallets and complete pallet picks to support shipping and internal material movement.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy activities.
• Inspect materials and products for damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report issues promptly.
• Complete required shipping, inventory, and material-handling documentation accurately.
• Check forklift condition and report maintenance or repair needs as needed.
• Follow warehouse safety requirements, quality expectations, and production schedules.
• Maintain a clean work area and identify workplace safety hazards.
• Support other departments with forklift-related material movement as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Read labels/docs

Teamwork

Independent work

Basic math

Communication

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's License (Class E)

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA in Lebanon, MO seeks a Forklift Operator to move materials safely and efficiently in a manufacturing warehouse. This hourly role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and requires adherence to safety, quality, and warehouse procedures while handling loading, unloading, and tracking materials.

You will operate forklifts, pick and stage orders, assist with inventory, complete shipping paperwork, and help other departments as needed.