Forklift Operator-Weekend Evenings (Fri-Sun)

Unsubscribed; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A distribution center is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely unload, load, and warehouse products using mechanical forklifts. Responsibilities include operating equipment, sorting and staging freight, and meeting production standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to operate forklifts, and attention to detail. The position offers various shifts including weekday and weekend options, catering to different schedules.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a distribution center.
• Ability to maintain an excellent attendance and work record.
• Previous experience in a distribution center.
• Excellent counting skills and attention to detail.
• Manual dexterity required.
• Ability to maintain an excellent attendance and work record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment by efficiently operating mechanical equipment.
• Operate a stand-up forklift to replenish and load/unload trailers.
• Accurately sort, stage, load and unload inbound and outbound freight.
• Accurately sort, stage, load and unload inbound and outbound freight
• Receive and warehouse incoming merchandise into module racks and floor locations
• Ensure monthly production and quality standards are met
• Be open to performing other duties as assigned

Skills

Ability to operate forklifts

Excellent counting skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

YOUR ROLE:
As a Forklift Operator, you're a key player in distribution center operations! Your role includes safely unloading, loading, warehousing, and staging merchandise throughout the distribution center using a mechanical forklift or manual means as needed.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure a safe work environment by efficiently operating mechanical equipment
• Operate a stand-up forklift to replenish, load/unload trailers, and move product to various locations
• Maintain proper certifications to operate required powered industrial trucks
• Accurately sort, stage, load and unload inbound and outbound freight
• Receive and warehouse incoming merchandise into module racks and floor locations
• Ensure monthly production and quality standards are met
• Be open to performing other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to operate forklifts
• Previous experience in a distribution center
• Excellent counting skills and attention to detail
• Manual dexterity required
• Ability to maintain an excellent attendance and work record

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, bend and stack cartons for up to 12 hours at a time
• Stand for long periods of time and walk continuously
• Pull merchandise from multiple levels of shelving or move merchandise as needed
• Bilateral hand coordination, foot coordination and trunk rotation
• Climb stairs and perform work at platform heights up to 60 feet
• Lift up to 50lbs. Specific weight requirements may vary within each department

WE OFFER SEVERAL SHIFT OPTIONS INCLUDING:

• Weekday Daylight 5:30 am - 3:30 pm (Monday - Thursday)
• Weekday Evening 4:30 pm - 2:30 am (Monday - Thursday)
• Weekend Day 5:00 am - 5:00 pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
• Weekend Evening 5:00 pm - 5:00 am (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)