Operations Assistant

Talentify; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

ELS is hiring for the position of Operations Assistant in Aventura, Florida.

The forklift operator loads and unloads materials, stacks items, moves stock to pallets, inspects equipment, keeps records, and maintains a safe, efficient work environment. High school diploma or equivalent, forklift experience, valid driver's license, OSHA certification, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required. The role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving industrial vehicles, preferably forklifts.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• OSHA forklift certification.
• Good physical condition with ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Attention to detail and safety focus.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Unload materials from incoming vehicles and stack them.
• Move stock to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect machinery and perform routine maintenance and safety checks.
• Keep inventory and activity records up to date.
• Follow company policies and maintain a safe work environment.
• Ensure a safe, efficient, and injury-free workplace.

Skills

Forklift experience

Driver's license

OSHA forklift cert

Attention to detail

Physical strength

Balance/coordination

Safety awareness

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Operations Assistant in Aventura, Florida.

What you'll do:

The Forklift Driver operates and manages industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries. This position moves these items to and from storage facilities, warehouses, machines and vehicles while maintaining the highest possible safety standards.

Job Duties:

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify and report damages, shortages and quality deficiencies as necessary.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations.
• Inspect machinery, perform regular maintenance (e.g., recharging batteries and lubricating equipment) and determine repair needs.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Ensure a safe, efficient and injury-free working environment.

Experience & skills you need:

• High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience driving industrial vehicles, preferably forklifts.
• Valid driver's license, good driving record and current auto insurance.
• Current certification to operate forklifts in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and attention to detail.
• Excellent physical condition and the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.
• Ability to assess and judge weights, distances and heights.
• Ability to work in various temperatures according to seasonal weather variations.

In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including: medical, dental, and vision plans, a generous 401(k) employer match, and paid vacations, holidays, and sick time.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.