Warehouse Forklift Operator - PM

Floor & Decor Holdings Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Floor & Decor Holdings Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to load, unload, and move merchandise within a warehouse. The role requires safe operation of forklifts and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

The position demands reading, writing and speaking English fluently, with 2–5 years of recent warehouse experience and strong customer-service skills. The role is hourly, with potential overtime and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of recent work experience.
• Excellent communications skills (Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently).
• Must be a self-starter and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations.
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments to and from trailers and/or containers safely.
• Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Transport product to and from designated areas as directed.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment accurately as scheduled.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Perform daily maintenance checks on forklift and other equipment.

Skills

Two–five years experience

Excellent communication

Fluent English

Detail oriented

Customer service

Job description

Pay Range

$19.00 - $24.07

Purpose

The Forklift Operator is responsible for using a forklift or other power equipment to load, unload, move, stack and stage product for shipment to the stores. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and maintaining the facility’s equipment along with a clean, neat, and orderly work area.

Major Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments to and from trailers and/or containers safely
• Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas
• Transport product to and from designated areas as directed
• Pull and prepare product for shipment accurately as scheduled
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment
• Maintain clean, orderly warehouse and loading areas.
• Participate in training and learning sessions to increase knowledge of functions and processes within the warehouse

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Two to five years of recent work experience
• Excellent communications skills (Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently)
• Must be a self-starter and possess excellent customer service skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical equations (i.e. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized
• Class IV or Class V Forklift Certification preferred

Working Conditions (Travel, Hours, Environment)

This position is hourly, knowing it may include hours which exceed eight hours in a day or forty hours in a week. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to a warehouse environment and moving vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate to noisy.

Physical/ Sensory Requirements

Physical Work – Ability exert 30 – 60 pounds of force occasionally, and or 20-30 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry push, pull, or otherwise move objects. The employee is often required to use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Store Support Center Associates

Provide leadership and support training on all Safety programs, processes and procedures, insuring that every associate is properly trained for their position. Follow established Safety procedures in all aspects of work assignments applicable to the position. This includes participating in all Safety related training and acquiring certifications. Each associate is responsible for Safety at the Store Support Center and when visiting other company work locations. All Safety concerns must be brought to the attention of the management of a location and/or the Store Support Center Safety Department immediately.

NOTE: All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements, and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties) have not been included. However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.

Benefits & Rewards

• Bonus opportunities & career advancement opportunities at every level
• Programs that help you reach your financial goals: 401k with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Referral Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Work-life balance, including: Paid vacation and sick time for eligible associates Paid holidays plus a personal holiday Paid Volunteer Time Off that starts on Day 1
• Equal Employment Opportunity Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Floor & Decor provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other category protected by law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.

Join the Company That Revolutionized the Flooring Business

Floor & Decor is like no other flooring company. Founded in 2000 in Atlanta, we have quickly become one of the country’s leading flooring retailers, with dozens of stores nationwide – and more to come. A strong entrepreneurial spirit flows through our young company.

Time, Talent & Teamwork

The remarkable success we have enjoyed could not have happened without the time, talent, and teamwork of our extremely dedicated associates. Working with equal amounts of passion and grit, we’ve become the \"category killer of flooring\" by revolutionizing the way people buy flooring. Our customers enjoy the largest in-stock selection of tile, wood, stone, and flooring accessories at prices no one can beat.

Opportunities To Advance

To continue our amazing growth, Floor & Decor is actively seeking gifted people with a solid work ethic and a real passion for helping others. Are you ready to make a difference at a truly groundbreaking company? From our retail stores to our distribution centers to our corporate office, we encourage you to explore the variety of exciting opportunities available right now. Our career opportunities may leave you floored.