Lift Operator

Ultipro; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Lift Operator to safely operate forklifts and move furniture and case goods within our warehouse. You will perform pre-shift safety checks, locate products with scanning equipment, pick orders, and stage items for shipment following the scan move scan process.

The role requires lifting 75 lbs regularly and up to 250 lbs with assistance, flexibility to work weekends/holidays, and strict adherence to OSHA safety rules.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work legally in the United States.
• Age 18 or older.
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs regularly.
• Ability to transport loads up to 250 lbs.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Team-oriented with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks on powered industrial vehicles before use.
• Operate forklifts and other industrial vehicles safely.
• Use scanning equipment to locate products in the DC.
• Pick orders and stage for shipment after scanning.
• Handle products using proper lifting SOPs.
• Report backorders, scanning issues, or mis-sequenced products.
• Report damaged or misplaced items to supervisor.
• Conduct trailer audits before loading and report deficiencies.
• Maintain productivity at a consistent level.
• Follow OSHA and company safety rules.
• Follow standard operating procedures at all times.

Skills

Team player

Safety-conscious

Lift heavy items

Flexible hours

Attention to detail

Tools

Forklift operation

Scanning equipment

Job description

The Lift Operator role is responsible for safely and efficiently operating material handling equipment, specifically lift trucks and forklifts, to move furniture and case good products within the warehouse premises. This role involves loading and unloading furniture items from trucks, transporting them to designated storage areas, and assisting with the organization of inventory.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform safety check of powered industrial vehicle prior to operation
• Operate powered industrial vehicles in a safe and appropriate manner
• Use scanning equipment to locate product in Distribution Center and ensure accurate inventory
• Pick orders and stage for shipment following the scan move scan
• Manipulate products safely and effectively using the Standard Operational Procedure for proper lifting.
• Inform supervisor of needed backorders of product, scanning problems or product out of sequence
• Inform supervisor of damaged and misplaced products
• Perform a trailer audit (verify trailer number, cleanliness, condition) prior to loading and inform supervisor of any deficiencies.
• Perform the job satisfactorily at a sustained level of productivity.
• Follow all OSHA and Company established safety rules and procedures
• Follow all standard operating procedures while working at assigned positions
• Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functions.

What You Bring

• Legally Authorized to work in the US.
• Age 18 or older.
• Regularly lift objects over 75 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to transport loads of 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Thrive in a team environment.

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