Forklift Operator
Job Description
Position: Forklift Operator
Reports to: Floor Supervisor
Department: Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Duties & Responsibilities:
Knowledgeable and safe operation of assigned forklift to transfer materials during unloading, loading, processing, and transfer to storage
Organizing and securing stored materials such as bales, super sacks, boxes, pallets, etc. according to operations and safety standards
Manually loading or unloading materials from pallets, platforms, skids, or other lifting devices
Perform routine pre & post inspections on equipment as per instructions; reporting any unsatisfactory results to floor supervisor
Report any damage to company property of any kind including racking, trailers, equipment
Weighing products or materials and recording weight and other necessary product information on labels or tags
Accurate, legible, and timely completion of paperwork, tally sheets, and/or reports
Prepare material properly for shipment and entire load for proper shipping
Attend and complete forklift operator training & certification as requested
Greeting and assisting customers arriving on site to sell material in a timely and courteous manner
Performing other duties as assigned by direct supervisor or department manager
Physical Demands
Walks, sits, stands, bends, lifts, climbs stairs, and moves continually during working hours. Is subject to lifting 20 pounds.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday; weekend work is also necessary on a need basis.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
High school diploma.
Preferred Education and Experience
Some previous experience as a forklift operator.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None for this position.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.