Reach Truck Operator - Weekend Shift

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own. This position is responsible for operating multiple types of forklift equipment and ability to operate within a rack warehouse environment. Forklift operator needs to be able to operate sit-down/standup, clamp, cherry and reach equipment. Forklift certification required on at least 3 pieces of equipment. Must operate as their scope of work fifty percent or more of their time on these types of equipment.

This is a freezer/cold storage environment* Shift - Friday, Saturday and Sunday - 7:00 am to 7:30 PM

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using a sit-down/standup, clamp, cherry and/or reach equipment. 50% of their service time in the businessUnloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locationsPulls and prepares products for shipmentEnsures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shippedPerforms picking duties in an efficient manner meeting customer service standardsMoves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailersOperates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methodsMaintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and securityAssists in physical inventoriesEnsures proper stock rotationConducts cycle counts as requestedMust have Excel knowledge plus general computer knowledgeBasic safety understanding in operating equipmentResponsible for reporting safety concerns to management in a timely mannerReport inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assists in resolutionMust be able to complete inspection form prior operating equipmentMust be able to use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory

Job Related & Physical Requirements

Must be comfortable working in cold storage environment.High School Diploma/GED preferredAt least 1 year forklift experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipmentMust be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hoursMust be able to lift and/or pull 50 lbs. without restrictionRegular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the headWalking in the DC and around area with great frequency, facilities are over a quarter mile in lengthShould be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitationsAbility and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed Must have attention to detailExcellent customer service skillsAttention to detailMust have basic math skills

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)