Warehouse Forklift Operator

Carolina Atlantic Roofing Supply; Pearl River (LA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Carolina Atlantic Roofing Supply in Pearl River, LA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator to manage inbound and outbound shipments and maintain organized storage areas. The role requires sit-down forklift experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

The successful candidate will support shipping/receiving and customer order preparation while upholding safety and loss prevention standards.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior warehouse/forklift experience required.
• Must pass a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time.
• High school diploma/GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a forklift to oversee the preparation of inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
• Load and unload goods to and from designated storage area, such as racks, shelves, or vehicles in an organized and efficient manner
• Notify managers of any major maintenance issues encountered
• Assist with the preparation of customer orders for warehouse pickups
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and compliance with the company's safe lifting practices and standard operating procedures
• Ensure that all safety procedures remain a priority by maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification

Skills

Team player

Forklift operation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The Warehouse Forklift Operator will be responsible for general warehouse responsibilities to include inventory control, loss prevention, as well as shipping and receiving documentation. Must have sit-down forklift experience, be efficient, and have a clean driving record.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize a forklift to oversee the preparation of inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
• Load and unload goodsto and from designated storage area, such as racks, shelves, or vehicles in an organized and efficient manner
• Notify managers of any major maintenance issues encountered
• Assist with the preparation of customer orders for warehouse pickups
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and compliance with the company's safe lifting practices and standard operating procedures
• Ensure that all safety procedures remain a priority by maintaining a clean and organized workspace
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma/GED preferred
• MUST be a team player
• 1+ years of prior warehouse/forklift experience required
• Must pass a background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. at a time
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• Customer service skills and ability to represent the company in an appropriate manner