Warehouse – Forklift Operator

About this job

• Reads pull list, on stock requests, or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit. 
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
• Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load for operators to move load to destination.
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on pull list, on stock request. 
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together. 
• Operates industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. 
• Cross train in at least two areas of the warehouse; i.e. Shipping and Receiving Departments. 
• Computer movements and transactions. 
• Assists with yearly inventory

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training
• Valid Forklift Certification 
• Forklift experience (Sit down, Electric Pallet Jack, Stand up)
• Basic math and reading skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Detail oriented
• Reliable transportation
• Stable work history
• Pass background check and drug screen