Warehouse Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Channell Commercial Ltd.; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to manage the movement and handling of materials in a dynamic warehouse environment. This role involves safely operating forklifts and pallet movers, ensuring efficient storage and organization of goods, and maintaining accurate inventory records. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of safety procedures and material handling, with a commitment to excellence in all tasks. If you're looking for an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced setting and contribute to a vital team, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in warehouse or manufacturing is required.
• Must obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.

Responsibilities

• Move and store finished goods and raw materials safely.
• Assist in shipping and receiving as needed.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Safety Procedures

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Scanners

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Rockwall - Rockwall, TX

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Warehouse

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Forklift Operator position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the yard/shipping and warehouse department but not to exclude the production department. Responsible for computer system update transactions which account for all physical movement, consumption, and production of inventory. Responsible for physical counts of designated inventory items cycle counts as defined and instructed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for the moving and storage of finished goods and raw materials, as well as loading product per customer orders on to trucks.
2. Remove finished goods and raw materials from or to production lines and locations in the warehouse.
3. Assist in shipping, receiving as needed.
4. Safely operate all material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet movers.
5. Must maintain yard in an organized and neat manner with good skids, legible labels and banded and wrapped skids.
6. Scan and move finished goods one pallet at a time from Inbound location to specified zones in Yard location. No yard storage in the designated staging areas by the dock.
7. Skids stored in yard must be neatly and safely stacked with enough space between rows to enable label visibility for cycle counting and product identification. Like items must be consolidated every day.
8. Move pallets quickly and efficiently within the yard.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

1. Good understanding of forklift/pallet mover operation and all safety procedures.
2. Good understanding of material handling within a yard/shipping and warehouse.

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Equipment emergency stops.
2. Obtain and maintain forklift operator certification.
3. Proper handling and inspection of forklifts.
4. Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.
5. Proper use of all safety equipment: safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest/uniform.
6. Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
7. ISO sections pertaining to the position.

EQUIPMENT USED:

1. Sit down forklift.
2. Hand tools, power tools, pallet strapping equipment.
3. Scanners.
4. Box cutters.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a valid driver’s license.
2. Have at least one year of experience working in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production facility.
3. Have at least one year of forklift experience and forklift certification.
4. Logistics or supply chain background preferred.
5. High school diploma or equivalent.
6. Capacity to work overtime as needed.
7. Required to perform job duties in all weather conditions.
8. Good vision (this can be accomplished with corrective lenses), central and peripheral vision in both eyes to detect objects or movement in the field of view.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and working conditions requirement indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.

Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, use of central and peripheral vision, and hearing (up to continuously); speaking/verbal communication, bend/stoop, twist neck and torso (frequently); reach, hold, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry raw material, finished product, tools and machinery up to 50 pounds (frequently).

Working Conditions: Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal weather including rain, sleet, snow, as well as high and low temperatures. This requirement is essential to ensure the employees capacity to perform their duties effectively and consistently under diverse weather.