Forklift/OS Operator Warehouse Associate (2nd Shift)

KANES FURNITURE LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kane's Furniture Distribution Center in Pinellas Park, FL is seeking a dependable Warehouse Associate for the 2nd shift to operate forklifts and order selection equipment. The role involves loading/unloading, picking products, and ensuring accurate paperwork in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have prior forklift or order selection machine experience, be physically capable of heavy lifting, and adhere to safety practices.

Qualifications

• Forklift sit/stand-up experience preferred.
• Experience with order selection machine is highly desired.
• Must be physically able to lift heavy items and work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Unload/load merchandise from trucks or trailers.
• Select product and load onto lifts for shipping.
• Verify transfer paperwork and piece counts.
• Label, tag and package goods for transfer or storage.
• Move materials to storage or other designated areas.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies; operate safely.

Skills

Forklift operation

Order selection machine

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Detail-oriented

Tools

Scan gun

Inventory control systems

Job description

Position: Forklift/OS Operator Warehouse Associate (2nd Shift)

Location: Pinellas Park, FL

Job Id:1228

# of Openings:1

FORKLIFT/ORDER SELECTION MACHINE OPERATOR - WAREHOUSE OPPORTUNITY (2nd Shift)

Kane's Furniture , a trusted furniture retailer serving customers for over 77 years, is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Warehouse Associate to join our team. We take pride in delivering quality home furnishings and exceptional service, and our warehouse team plays a critical role in making that happen.

This position is responsible for operating forklifts and order selection equipment to move, load, unload, and accurately pick furniture and related products within a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with machinery, and committed to maintaining a safe and organized workspace.

The Warehouse Associate will assist in the effective completion of assigned receiving or shipping and other warehouse functions this will include:

• Unload and/or load merchandise off the transfer truck or trailer (Receiving).
• Select product and load onto lifts and prepare for delivery (Shipping)andprior Forklift and/or Order Selection Machine operator experienceisHIGHLYpreferred!
• Check transfer paperwork for correct number of pieces.
• Ensure that all goods are appropriately packaged, labeled and tagged before transfer.
• Move materials and finished goods to storage areas or other designated areas.
• Identify, track and resolve errors or discrepancies.
• May load purchases into customer vehicles and follows verification /confirmation procedures as necessary.
• Adhere to all Warehouse safety practices.
• Assisting Clients with Pick-Up Orders

2nd Shift Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 12:00pm-8:30pm

Work Location: Kane's Furniture Distribution Center

Required experience and qualifications:

• Prior Shipping, Receiving, and/or Inventory control experience is highly desired.
• Prior experience with Forklift (sit or stand-up operation) and/or Order Selection machine is HIGHLY preferred
• This position requires extensive physical strength including but not limited to lifting, bending, use of upper and lower extremities, reaching, walking, heavy lifting, standing, and clear communication and listening skills.
• Ability to effectively operate a scan gun, and read and execute information on reports
• Well organized and attentive to detail.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy items (approximately 100lbs or greater)
• Ability to work independently as well as coordinate and work well with others in a team.
• Able to take direction and follow through attend to details
• Ability to work and operate at heights while secured/restrained by safety harness (not afraid fear of heights).
• Acceptable criminal background check and negative drug test results - Kane's maintains a Drug Free Workplace!

Kane Furniture LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background and drug testing.

Kane's is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

Kane’s is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex), race, color, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please call our hotline at 877-824-5782. You also have the right to file a charge of discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.