Operator 1, Forklift

Katalyst CRO; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst CRO is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move products within the distribution center. You will operate MHE, use RF scanners, and follow procedures to ensure accurate order fulfillment.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain a forklift certification quickly. Preference for experience with Manhattan WMS and high-reach/counterbalance equipment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within a short timeframe.

Skills

Forklift operation

MHE operation

RF scanning

Safety awareness

Read distribution docs

Basic computer skills

Initiative and drive

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manhattan WMS

RF scanner

Job description

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate movement of products within the distribution center.

Job Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate movement of products within the distribution center.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience, required.
• Intermediate experience with either a high reach or counterbalance required.
• Experience with Manhattan WMS, preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to obtain a forklift certification within 2 days of employment.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents in English.
• Ability to operate MHE and use an RF scanner.
• Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills.
• General distribution knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong initiative and drive for results.

Physical Demands: (if applicable)

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable state and local laws. While performing this job, the associate is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers. The associate may occasionally be required to climb. The job may require lifting over 50lbs in some areas but not all. Associate must have normal field of vision corrected to 20/40 in each eye and must have hearing sufficient to safely operate MHE [Material Handling Equipment] in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

Work Environment

The noise level is moderate to loud. There will almost always be exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment, exposure to precarious situations. Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles. This role may require a mandatory medical evaluation in compliance with the client's obligations under applicable occupational health and safety laws.