Warehouse Forklift Operator Puyallup, WA

Floor & Decor; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Floor & Decor is seeking a Forklift Operator in Seattle to load, unload, move, stack and stage product for shipment to stores. You will operate a forklift and other power equipment safely and maintain a clean, orderly warehouse to support on-time deliveries.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of experience, strong English communication, basic math, and be detail oriented. Forklift certification is preferred. This hourly role may require overtime and offers a pay range of $23.00 to $29.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of recent work experience.
• Must read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Must be a self-starter with strong customer service.
• Ability to perform basic math operations.
• Must be detail oriented and highly organized.
• Forklift certification preferred.

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.

Skills

English fluency

Self-starter

Customer service

Math skills

Detail oriented

Forklift certification

Job description

Pay Range

$23.00 - $29.50

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.