Lift Truck Operator 1st

Furnitureland South, Inc; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Furnitureland South, Inc is seeking a Lift Truck Operator to store received product in racks, scan items for inventory, and assist with loading and unloading trucks. The role is onsite in Jamestown, NC and requires completion of a training course to earn a Certified Driver certificate.

You will perform daily inspection logs, move furniture with hand trucks, wrap and stage products, and maintain a clean, safe warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent must be obtained.
• Ability to become Lift Truck certified.
• Capable and comfortable working at heights up to 30+ feet.
• Able to push, pull and lift heavy objects for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily Lift Truck Operator inspection logs for maintenance.
• Push, pull or lift product into available racks and stage for shipment.
• Scan product to/from locations within racks; cycle scan for inventory.
• Load/unload trucks and move furniture with hand trucks or dollies.
• Wrap and prepare items for shipment; keep warehouse clean and organized.
• Arrive on time for scheduled hours and contribute to team efforts.

Skills

Lift truck operation

Inventory scanning

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dolphin scan guns

Job description

Job Purpose

The Lift Truck Operator’s primary responsibility is to store received product within the racks, utilizing and maximizing the available space, while scanning the product to enable inventory tracking. Associates assigned to operate lift trucks will attend an extensive training course that includes viewing video tapes, a review of the material, and a general knowledge test. After successfully completing the required written portion, on-job training is initiated and a “Certified Driver” certificate is awarded.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complete Daily Lift Truck Operators Inspection Log to maintain proper care and maintenance.
• Ensure safety harness and tether are in proper working condition.
• Push, pull or lift product into available rack.
• Scan product to and from locations within the racks.
• Pull product for shipment or special inspection.
• Cycle scan for inventory verification.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Move furniture by hand truck, cart, or dolly.
• Open and inspect product, with regard to the condition of the carton.
• Place furniture into rows and stage product for shipment.
• Scan barcodes with Dolphin scan guns.
• Dispose of trash/cardboard into baler/compactor.
• Wrap furniture and load product on/off carts for lift trucks.
• Arrive punctually and consistently to work for normally scheduled hours.
• Contribute to team effort by performing various related duties to accomplish needed results.
• Assist in keeping the warehouse and work areas clean and organized.

Working Conditions

This job is an onsite position that operates in a professional work environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as scanners, computers, photocopiers and smartphones. As well as dolly, hand trucks, baler, and lift truck.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to become Lift Truck certified.
• Capable and comfortable of working at heights exceeding of 30 feet.
• Able to push, pull, and lift heavy/large objects for extended periods of time.