High Reach Forklift Driver

Lineage Logistics; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lineage Logistics is hiring for a forklift operator in Alabama. The role involves moving palletized goods with a stand-up reach forklift, putting away and retrieving units from high racks, and recording weights and counts via an RF system.

You will operate in cold and dry storage areas and must meet safety standards. Candidates should be able to lift 40 lbs, work weekends if needed, and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow instructions in English.
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Must work in cold and dry storage environments.

Responsibilities

• Move palletized units using stand-up reach forklift.
• Put away and retrieve palletized units from racks.
• Record materials, weight, counts, and conditions via RF system.
• Load/unload materials from pallets or skids.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheets.
• Monitor battery charge and keep equipment charged.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF system use

Safety compliance

Tools

Pallet jack / lifting devices

Job description

Use stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures.KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPut away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor heightPick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height and set up for outbound shipmentChoose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) systemLoad and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting deviceComplete daily forklift maintenance/check sheetMonitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging stationADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESWork with other machinery and material handling equipmentMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)Basic math skillsAbility to understand instructions in Country's official language or as defined by Lineage LogisticsAbility to work in temperatures as low as -20 Fahrenheit/-25 Celsius in cold storage sites or up to 100 Fahrenheit/37 Celsius in dry storage sites while wearing company provided personal protective equipment and freezer gearMust be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kgs.; weight may be more dependent upon facilityAbility to work a flexible work schedule and shift, including weekends if neededMust be comfortable with various noise levels, at times, can be loudWhy Lineage?This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage! Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions! A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.BenefitsLineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, annual bonus eligibility, and a minimum of 7 holidays throughout the calendar year.