Forklift Operator (Weekend, Overnight)

MedStar Health; Waddell (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Waddell, Arizona, seeks a Forklift Operator to manage safe product movements within the warehouse. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, maintaining inventory, and adhering to safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience and possess strong decision-making skills.

Benefits

Benefits eligible

Qualifications

• 2 years Forklift operation experience in warehouse or inventory environments preferred.
• Knowledge in CPG and/or Food & Beverage industries is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of computer systems and/or warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient product movement within the warehouse.
• Maintain proper inventory and adhere to warehouse standards.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment following company standards.

Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Fluency in English

Education

18 years old

Job description

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring that product is moved within our warehouse in a safe and efficient manner by forklift operation and physically loading/unloading our trucks. Forklift Operator is also responsible for proper inventory being maintained, good housekeeping, and ensuring that warehouse standards are being adhered to

• EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, & EDUCATION (IF APPLICABLE) REQUIRED
• * 2 years Forklift operation experience in warehouse or inventory environments (preferred)
• * Prior exposure to CPG and/or Food & Beverage industries (preferred)
• * Able to demonstrate decision making and problem-solving skills
• * Basic understanding of computer systems and/or warehouse management (WM) systems
• * Fluent in English, additional language skills beneficial
• * Have the ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach, and climb steps and/or ladders to perform necessary actions for the role
• * Occasionally lift, move, and place up to 75 pounds
• * Position has exposure to moving mechanical parts, varying temperature, and weather conditions
• * Ability to be certified for and responsibly operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT). e.g., forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and/or other equipment within the facility
• * Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following company standards and procedures
• * At least 18 years old
• * Ability to demonstrate verbal and written communication skills

• Travel 0-10%
• Permanent
• Benefits eligible