Warehouse Associate - Forklift Operator

Direct Mail Solutions; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service mail company in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their Warehouse Department. In this role, you will efficiently handle mail materials while ensuring safe operations of the forklift. This full-time position involves organizing inventory and assisting fellow coworkers to ensure the overall success of the warehouse team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate Forklift.
• Must pass a forklift-training program.
• Previous forklift and pallet-jack experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklift safely.
• Conduct physical inventories regularly.
• Efficiently load/unload trailers safely.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Valid VA Driver's license

Job description

Forklift Operator

Direct Mail Solutions is a full-service mail company located in Richmond, Virginia. DMS is seeking a warehouse associate, mainly operating a forklift, who will be responsible for efficiently and accurately handling mail material in the Warehouse Department.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Stand-up forklift operator.
• Safe operation of material movement equipment.
• Take physical inventories on an ongoing basis.
• Ability to efficiently operate computerized inventory systems.
• Efficient and effective handling of finished product/mail while tracking and storing.
• The safe and well-organized loading of prepared materials.
• Follow proper methods of loading & unloading trailers safely and efficiently.
• Keep warehouse clean and free of waste and debris.
• Work flexible overtime deemed necessary.
• Assist coworkers in other areas of the warehouse once core duties are complete for the overall success of the entire warehouse team.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Must be able to operate Forklift.
• Valid VA Driver's license with satisfactory driving record.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Well, organized with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Basic computer and communication skills are required.
• Previous forklift and pallet-jack experience is a plus. Must pass a forklift-training program to become a qualified operator on all warehouse equipment.
• Flexible with scheduled work hours.
• Able to safely lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis, occasionally more than 50lbs. Frequent bending, twisting, and pulling.

This is a fulltime position. Core shift hours are:

• Day Shift- Monday-Wednesday (3) Days 6:00am 7:30pm