Warehouse Associate

NEPW Logistics Inc; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NEPW Logistics Inc. Auburn, ME is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. The role involves operating a lift-truck to move, locate, relocate, and stack pallets, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, handling pallets for outbound shipments, and tracking items with a handheld scanner. The position requires occasional heavy lifting and adherence to safety rules in a busy warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Safety conscious and capable of operating a lift-truck safely.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic issues.
• Reliable with consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail in pallet handling and inventory movement.
• Effective communication with team and supervisors.
• Ability to work well independently in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

• Operates a lift-truck to load/unload trucks and move pallets.
• Changes out propane tanks on the lift when fuel is low.
• Receives and selects pallets for outbound shipments.
• Tracks shipments using a handheld scanner.
• Keeps the warehouse floor clear of product and scrap.
• Uses tools as needed and follows safety requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety conscious

Mechanical Aptitude

Reliable

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Communicate effectively

Works Well Independently

Job description

Description

Forklift OperatorJob Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a lift-truck to move, locate, relocate, stack, pallets. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle. This position operates in a warehouse setting.

Essential Functions

• Operates a lift-truck loading & unloading trucks.
• Changing out propane tanks on lift when out of Fuel.
• Receive & select pallets for outbound.
• Track shipments using a handheld scanner.
• Clearing the warehouse floor of product and scrap.
• Ability to comfortably use a ratchet, utility knife and other tools as needed
• Follows all safety requirements and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Safety conscious
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Reliable
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively.
• Works Well Independently

Physical Requirements

• Sitting or driving – 20 to 60 minutes at a time
• Maximum lifting/carrying 60lbs.
• Frequent lifting/carrying 10lbs.
• Repetitive motion with wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle