Warehouse Forklift Operator - Shipping 1st Shift

Bob's Discount Furniture; Taftville (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob's Discount Furniture is looking for a Warehouse Forklift Operator for Shipping on the 1st shift in Taftville, CT. The role involves safely operating cherry picker lifts, utilizing RF scanners, and collaborating with a team to meet goals. Offering competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is aimed at entry-level candidates enthusiastic about contributing to a growing company.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee discount of 30%

Employee Assistance programs

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or cherry pickers is essential.
• Ability to work at heights up to 40ft.
• Flexibility in working hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate cherry picker lift up to 40ft in the air.
• Utilize RF scanners to identify and locate products.
• Unload products from lift to staging area.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Shipping 1st Shift

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Bob’s Discount Furniture is quickly climbing the ladder of top furniture retailers in the country! Come join us and share in our journey of success!

What We Have To Offer You

• Great starting hourly pay at $20.00 - $23.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Incredible benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with a generous company match, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays Off, even a paid day off for your Birthday! Bob’s Discount Furniture also offers an employee discount of 30%, Employee Assistance programs and many other benefits!
• An experienced management team that gives you the respect you deserve.
  
  

Here’s What You Will Be Doing

• Safely operate a Cherry Picker lift up to 40ft. in the air.
• Utilize RF scanners in order to identify and locate product.
• Unload product from cherry picker lift to the staging area at the dock.
• Move product from storage rack onto the lift.
• Cooperate with team members to complete tasks and set goals
• Contribute to a company culture that champions honesty, integrity, diversity, and community
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

This Is What You Will Need

• High School or equivalent work experience
• Must have experience operating forklift and/or cherry picker equipment.
• Comfortable with heights up to 40ft. in the air.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as determined by the needs of the department, which includes availability for weekends
• Must be able to pass physical assessment with a push or pull requirement up to 250 lbs.
• Ability to communicate proactively and effectively including comprehending and communicating detailed instructions, reading and writing, and having knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures as required by the position.
  
  

Apply now and find out how Bob’s Discount Furniture can be the next step up in your career!

Americans Disability Act (ADA)

• Able to sit, walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, push and handle and move items weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance.
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution center.
• Move objects up to 250 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
• Stand and walk continuously to perform job functions.
• Standing, walking, lifting, and arranging product: 90%
• Sitting: 5%
• Desk or phone work: 5%
  
  

Bob’s Discount Furniture is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to reasonably accommodating qualified persons with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential duties of their position.

Expected Base Pay Not Including Potential Commissions, Incentive, Bonus, etc. Opportunities:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour (based on experience)

It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc., to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Truck Transportation, and Warehousing and Storage

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