Warehouse Forklift Driver

Holman Logistics; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Holman Logistics in Emporia, KS is seeking a Material Handler to support warehouse operations. You will load and unload pallets, operate forklift safely, and move goods between staging, storage, and loading areas.

Rotating 12-hour shifts from 6:00am–6:00pm, with occasional overtime; candidates should be reliable, able to read and follow safety rules, and use RF scanners to verify shipments. Experience in a warehouse environment and a high school diploma (or GED) are preferred; forklift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of warehouse experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate forklift safely and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload pallets and materials from trucks and trailers.
• Operate forklifts and move goods between loading, staging, storage and processing areas.
• Inspect and ensure proper securing of loads for transport; use RF scanners for inventory checks.

Skills

Scanner usage

Overtime availability

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

RF Scanner

Job description

Schedule: Rotating 12-Hours, 6:00am-6:00pm

Compensation: $19.70

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Operates a lift truck by driving backwards and twisting to be able to look in the direction of
travel on a continual basis.
Operates a lift truck all shift.
Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary
equipment, such as cleaning or recharging batteries, and refer defects or repairs to
supervisor/maintenance.
Moves controls to drive lift trucks and transport materials between loading, unloading,
processing, and storage areas.
Moves levers and controls that operate lifting devices, such as forklifts, lift beams and
swivel-hooks, hoists, and elevating platforms, to load, unload, transport, and stack material.
Positions lifting devices under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, and boxes, and secure
material or products for transport to designated areas.
Manually loads or unloads materials onto or off pallets, skids, platforms, or lifting devices.
Performs routine inspections and preventative maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary
equipment.
Reliable attendance for scheduled shifts.
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Performs all other duties as assigned or needed
Material Handler Functional Categories
Function categories often describe certain Material Handler positions; however, all material
handlers will be expected to learn and have proficiency in each function category.
Receiving –
Unloads products from tractor-trailers and rail containers (manually and with equipment).
Verifies product received is identified and counted accurately.
Inspects condition of received product, remove damaged or non-conforming products.
Process defective product as per standard operating procedure.
Scans pallet barcode using RF equipment.
Moves and places product safely and securely in its proper storage location using heavy
equipment.
Stager/Order Picker –
Receives and evaluates printed order for order selection and preparation requirements.
Fills orders by accurately picking product from storage areas utilizing pre-determined
product stacking guidelines.
Uses scanning device and computer as needed to ensure order accuracy.
Corrects shortages, over-counts and incorrect batch codes as needed.
Truck Loaders –
Moves products from staging areas and/or directly from storage into trailer.
Inspects trucks for quality and sanitary requirements.
Verifies markings, trailer numbers, and shipping documents.
Fills truck using designated loading patterns and guidelines.
Properly secures the load for travel.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Attendance - Ability to work required schedule and arrive at work on time. Ability and
willingness to work the voluntary/mandatory overtime that is required during all busy
seasons.
Communication - Ability to effectively communicate (in writing and verbally) in a
courteous and professional manner with others. Ability to understand and follow verbal
and written instruction.
Mathematics- Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and
division) in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
Language – Ability to identify and compare letters and numbers. Ability to read and
interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and
procedure manuals. Ability to read and write routine reports and correspondence.
Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender,
race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
Relationship Building - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with customers, co-workers and management.
Productivity - Ability to maintain a level of production that meets or exceeds the
established guidelines. Ability to work independently without interruptions.
Paperwork - Completion - Ability to complete necessary paperwork neatly and accurately
and according to established guidelines. Properly count, document or scan the number of
units as needed by the function that is being performed.
Paperwork - Verification - Ability to verify paperwork necessary to ensure customer is
receiving correct product. Ability to inspect condition of product received and product
going out to ensure quality. Ability to complete evaluations on progress of Team Members.
Organized – Ability to follow a systematic method of performing a task. Ability to direct
other and delegate tasks.
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Autonomy - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
Experience: One (1) to two (2)s year related experience in warehouse environment.
Computer Skills: Basic scanner technology.
Certificates & Licenses: Valid State Drivers License; Forklift Certification preferred.