Warehouse Technician (Forklift Operator)

Western Container Corporation; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Container Corporation is seeking a Warehouse Associate to handle general material movements in a manufacturing setting. You will operate a forklift, load and unload trucks, and maintain inventory control with a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities include preparing shipment documents, coordinating with drivers, and ensuring accurate paperwork. Candidates should have a HS Diploma or GED and be able to pass forklift training. OSHA rules and environmental regulations apply.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required; three years of relevant experience with one employer may substitute.
• Must pass forklift driving training or demonstrate safe forklift handling on-site.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team; strong communication.
• Understanding of OSHA and environmental regulations and compliance awareness.

Responsibilities

• Identify and transport materials to and from machines, docks, trucks, and storage areas.
• Prepare Bills of Ladings and verify shipments.
• Inspect and assign drivers to docks; ensure truck cleanliness and compliance prior to loading.
• Track production schedules and shipping orders; transport products accordingly.
• Apply knowledge of loading capacity and schedules to ensure timely deliveries.
• Report problems with materials or transportation to the coordinator.
• Manage and stack pallets, bins, and supplies in designated areas.
• Service equipment as needed; report mechanical or electrical issues to Warehouse Manager.
• Complete all paperwork accurately.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Continuous improvement

OSHA compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

General Material Handling responsibilities in a manufacturing environment, including operating a forklift, clearing production lines, loading/unloading trucks, maintaining production storage system (i.e. inventory control, FIFO), checking product for quality, and performing various other tasks, all with an emphasis on safety and quality.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Identifies and transports requested materials to and from various locations including machines, loading docks, trucks, and storage areas
• Prepares Bills of Ladings
• Checks in/assigns drivers to docks for unloading and inspects trucks for cleanliness/compliance prior to loading
• Obtains production schedule and/or shipping orders and then identifies, verifies, and transports product accordingly
• Applies understanding of machine loading capacity and loading schedule, ensuring prompt and efficient delivery of required items
• Reports any problems with materials or transportation to coordinator
• Manages and stacks pallets, bins, and other supplies in specified areas.
• Services equipment as needed, reporting mechanical or electrical difficulties to Warehouse Manager
• Ensures accurate completion of all paperwork
• Performs other related duties as requested

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly.
• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Interested in Continuous Improvement and able to thrive in a self-directed environment
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma/GED Required. Three years of relevant experience (one employer) may be substituted
• Satisfactorily pass forklift driving training program or demonstrate safe handling of forklift in an on-site test