Lead Forklift Operator

FTTDC - Ohio Logistics; Fostoria (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FTTDC - Ohio Logistics is seeking a Tier 3 Lead Forklift Operator to oversee and train forklift operators on loading/unloading trailers per customer specs and safety guidelines. The role includes inventory inspection for inbound/outbound shipments and coordination with Facility Manager and Supervisors to ensure accurate shipments and receipts.

The Lead will mentor other operators, enforce safety standards, and support cycle counts and audits while working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• 3 years of forklift experience.
• Above-average communication skills.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Self-starter, able to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with RF equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and training to forklift operators per customer specs and safety guidelines.
• Inspect inventory on inbound and outbound shipments; ensure accuracy of packing lists.
• Coordinate with Facility Manager and Supervisors to complete shipments/receipts.
• Utilize scanners and RF equipment; maintain clean, organized work area.
• Mentor and develop other operators; assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as needed.
• Adhere to safety standards and inventory control processes.

Skills

Forklift experience

RF scanners

WMS

Communication

Math skills

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

RF equipment

Job description

The Tier 3 Lead Forklift Operators primary function is to provide oversight and training to the Forklift Operators on the floor to load/unload trailers per customer specification. Inspection of inventory on in-bound and out-bound shipments is essential. The Lead Forklift Operator will work closely with the Facility Manager and Supervisors to ensure shipments and receipts are complete in accordance to all safety, company and customer guidelines.

Reports To: Senior Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Communicate with co-workers and coordinate to receive instructions and coordinate activities
• Ability to stack and store inventory in appropriate areas
• Ability to pick mixed pallets
• Utilize our scanner process and RF scanners
• Audit paperwork – ensure packing list matches what was received
• Occasional case pick – manual labor
• Preparing pallets for shipment – may need to band them, wrap them, etc.
• Proficient in WMS (Warehouse Management System)
• Support Senior Supervisor with workflow planning, task delegation, and monitoring team performance.
• Adhere to safety standards
• Maintaining a thorough knowledge of inventory control processes for all customer materials.
• Serves as a mentor/trainer and develops other operators to ensure progression.
• Provides guidance, support and direction to operators
• Maintains a clean, work environment placing all items in an orderly manner
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
• 3 years of Forklift experience
• Possess above average communication skills
• Basic math and counting skills
• Be a self-starter, ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with RF equipment
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and/or work environment described here are representative of those that must be met or will be encountered by the employee while performing the essential functions of this job. .

• Ability to multi task and handle crisis situations in a calm and effective manner.
• Majority of the time spent at work will be in an office setting, sitting at a desk.
• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Minor lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Occasional climbing, crouching, kneeling.

The working conditions of this position reflect those of a standard warehouse environment to include:

• Working in close proximity to others
• Working with heavy machinery and products
• Moderate to high noise levels
• Working indoors and occasionally outdoors
• May be subject to hot and cold temperatures inside the warehouse depending upon outside weather conditions
• Must be non-allergic to the extent of being present in the building through the work day.