Reachlift Operator - 1st Shift

Pmalladmin; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC is seeking a Reachlift Operator to safely and efficiently operate a Reachlift within a warehouse environment. The role involves moving, stacking, and retrieving materials, using RF scanners and a Warehouse Management System to support inventory accuracy.

The position requires 6+ months forklift experience, specific safety certifications, and the ability to work in multi-temperature settings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6+ months forklift experience on similar equipment.
• Basic reading and math; PC or inventory scanning experience.
• Safety training and Reachlift/Electric Pallet Jack certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate Reachlift to move, stack, and retrieve materials.
• Use RF gun/scanner and WMS to research information.
• Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form.
• Coordinate daily operations in assigned area and supervise as needed.
• Train new and returning associates on ticket processing.
• Foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner use

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Training skills

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Electric Pallet Jack

Reachlift

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Reachlift Operator to join our team. As a Reachlift Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a Reachlift to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or distribution center environment. This is a vital role in our operations, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES

• Certified to operate a variety of lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Reachlift.
• Use RF gun/scanner and Warehouse Management System to research and gather information
• Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form
• Operate equipment in an array of surroundings and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°)
• Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage.
• Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers.
• Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker.
• Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for individual or store orders.
• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Serve as the lead, assist with supervising the flow of the work and process.
• Assist with identifying process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and propose and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in department processes and troubleshoots problems and issues.
• Provide one on one or group hands‑on training for new and returnee associates on all functional aspects of the ticket processing job.
• Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6+ months of previous forklift experience on similar equipment. Basic reading (English) and math skills (counting, adding subtracting, multiplying and division). PC skills or previous inventory scanning experience required.
• Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Electric Pallet Jack and Reachlift
• Ability to sit for an extended amount of time.
• Lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadline with accurate and detailed results.
• Honest and respectful communication
• Compliance with company attendance standards.

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