Material Handler - B shift, Wed-Sat, 5am-3:30pm

RJW Logistics Group; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated forklift operator to join their dynamic warehouse team. This role involves safely operating forklifts to handle freight, ensuring efficient loading and unloading of shipments while maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and have the ability to work with limited supervision. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a vital part of the logistics process and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months of experience driving forklifts in a warehouse.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently for loading/unloading.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization.
• Record and verify shipment accuracy against paperwork.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Attention to Detail

Problem Resolution

Communication Skills

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Equipment

Sit Down Forklifts

Electric Pallet Jacks

Job description

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Job Purpose: To operate forklifts safely and efficiently; handle all freight inbound or outbound properly and orderly; maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping; load/unload RJW truck/trailers and outside carriers safely using proper procedures; ensure all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly; responsible for properly storing stock in the warehouse; perform duties to provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving activities. Works from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers. Maintains forklift safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist Warehouse Manager to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
• Operate sit down forklift and/or Walkie Rider.
• General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
• Load and unload RJW truck/trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carriers' equipment.
• Flexible to work 10 to 12 hour shifts when necessary and not afraid of heights.
• Pick and move stock from 1 lb. to 50 lbs. multiple times.
• Ensure all shipments are correctly staged and loaded properly.
• Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
• Process outbound cross-dock freight as necessary.
• Oversee storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into the storage racks.
• Work from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers.
• Record and verify the accuracy of the shipments against the paperwork for incoming and outgoing shipments/deliveries.
• Ensure all documentation and paperwork is properly completed.
• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently following all OSHA regulations, RJW safety policies, and procedures.
  • This includes wearing seatbelts at all times when operating the forklift.
• Complete daily forklift maintenance inspections.
• Handle all customer products properly and orderly.
• Check deliveries for poor packing, general condition of materials, and free of damage. Alert Warehouse Supervisor of any problems, taking pictures if necessary.
• Report all accidents/incidents, damage of stock, or building damage to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
• Spot trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment for the day.
• Maintain access to dock doors both inside and outside the facility keeping them free of debris or snow.
• Other tasks as assigned by manager.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Possess a sense of urgency, accountability, and be able to work with limited supervision.
• General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Attention to detail and quality a must.
• Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
• Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
• Major experience on sit down forklifts/EPJs.
• Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
• Experience in cross docking freight process.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Qualifications:

• 3-6 months of forklift driving experience in a warehouse using sit down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.

Education and/or Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).