Operator 1, Forklift

MillenniumSoft Inc; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Millenniumsoft is seeking a Forklift Operator in Canaan, CT to safely move products within the distribution center and support daily operations. The role requires operating high reach and counterbalance forklifts, using RF scanners, and adhering to PPE and safety procedures.

Training and cross-training opportunities are available to cover multiple areas of the site. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED (preferred) and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately move products within the distribution center.
• Transport palletized product and perform unload, put away, pick, load, and replenishment tasks.
• Operate high-reach, counterbalance, electric pallet jack, and dock stocker.
• Use RF scanners and WMS to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Follow site safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Cross-train and provide backup support when required.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

MHE operation

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manhattan WMS

RF Scanner

Job description

Position : Forklift Operator
Location : Canaan, CT
Note:
Working Hours: Mon-Fri 7pm 7am

Pay Rate: $ 25.30/hr

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate movement of products within the distribution center.
• Transport palletized product within the distribution center (unload, put away double deep, bulk and full pallet pick, load, replenishment)
• Operate material handling equipment, including high reach, counterbalance, electric pallet jack, and dock stocker.
• Use RF Scanner and WMS to ensure inventory accuracy and track products throughout the site.
• Ensure product integrity while performing all tasks. Follow site safety procedures, including required PPE (safety vest, safety shoes).
• Cross train and become knowledgeable in other areas. Provide backup support when required. Education and

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• 1 year of relevant experience, required in lieu of High School Diploma or GED.
• 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 (nothing over 20lbs 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 (if applicable):

• 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 client obligations under applicable occupational health and safety laws.