High Reach Forklift Driver

Lineage; Town of Conklin (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a High Reach Forklift Driver to operate stand-up reach forklifts in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include moving products, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety standards. This entry-level position offers opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401k plans

Paid time off

Bonuses

At least 7 holidays annually

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F or up to 100°F.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Use stand-up reach forklift to move products and materials.
• Put away and pick palletized units from racks.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance and monitor battery charge.

Skills

Basic math skills

Ability to understand instructions

Ability to work in cold and hot temperatures

Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Flexible schedule

Comfortable with noise levels

Job description

Join to apply for the High Reach Forklift Driver role at Lineage.

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 Responsibilities

1. Put away palletized units by lifting forks for placement into racks above floor height.
2. Pick palletized units out of rack locations above floor height and set up for outbound shipment.
3. Choose and record materials, weight, counts, and condition of food items via Radio Frequency (RF) system.
4. Load and unload materials on and off pallets, skids, or lifting devices.
5. Complete daily forklift maintenance/check sheet.
6. Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station.

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with other machinery and material handling equipment.

Minimum Requirements (knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to understand instructions in the country's official language or as defined by Lineage Logistics.
• Ability to work in temperatures as low as -20°F/-25°C in cold storage sites or up to 100°F/37°C in dry storage sites while wearing company-provided personal protective equipment and freezer gear.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs./18 kg; weight may be more depending on the facility.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and shift, including weekends if needed.
• Comfortable with various noise levels, which can sometimes be loud.

Pay Range: $17.45 - $29.47

Why Lineage?

This position offers a great opportunity to start your career within Lineage. Success can lead to greater responsibilities and promotions. We focus on learning, growth, and engaging our team members. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable, emphasizing respect and care for our team.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all laws prohibiting workplace discrimination and harassment.

Benefits

Lineage offers safe and reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance, 401k plans, paid time off, bonuses, and at least 7 holidays annually.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Storage