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RJW Logistics Group is hiring: Reach forklift driver 2- Urgently Hiring! in Elwo

RJW Logistics Group, Elwood, IL, United States, 60421

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Overview

Reach forklift driver 2 – Urgently Hiring.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 4PM-12:30AM ($20/HR).

Job Purpose

To operate forklifts safely and efficiently; handle all freight inbound or outbound properly and orderly; maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping; loading/unloading of RJW truck/trailers and outside carriers safely and using proper procedures; ensure all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly; responsible for properly storing stock in the warehouse; perform duties to provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities. Works from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers. Maintains forklift safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Assist Warehouse Manager to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
  • Ability to operate sit-down forklift and/or EPJs.
  • General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
  • Load and unload RJW truck/trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carriers equipment.
  • Flexible to work 10 to 12 hours shifts when necessary and not afraid of heights.
  • Picking and moving stock from 1 lb. to 50 lbs. multiple times.
  • Ensure all shipments are correctly staged and loaded properly.
  • Maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
  • Processing outbound cross-dock freight as necessary.
  • Oversee storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into the storage racks.
  • Work from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers.
  • Record and verify the accuracy of shipments against paperwork for incoming and outgoing shipments/deliveries.
  • Ensure all documentation and paperwork is properly completed.
  • Operate forklifts safely and efficiently following all OSHA regulations, RJW safety policies, and procedures, including wearing seatbelts at all times when operating the forklift.
  • Complete daily forklift maintenance inspections.
  • Handle all customer products properly and orderly.
  • Check deliveries for poor packing, general condition of materials, and free of damage. Alert Warehouse Supervisor of any problems, taking pictures if necessary.
  • Report all accidents/incidents, to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
  • Spot trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment for the day.
  • Maintain access to dock doors inside and outside the facility, keeping them free of debris or snow.
  • Other tasks as assigned by manager.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Possesses a sense of urgency, accountability, and ability to work with limited supervision.
  • General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
  • Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
  • Attention to detail and quality.
  • Good communication, problem resolution, and people skills.
  • Flexibility in working overtime when needed and providing coverage to other shifts.
  • PC skills helpful.
  • Experience on sit-down forklifts/EPJs.
  • Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
  • Experience in cross docking freight process.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Qualifications

  • 3-6 months of forklift driving experience in a warehouse using sit-down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.
  • Good stable work record.

Education And/or Experience Required

  • High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).
  • Warehousing certifications a plus.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Sick Days
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance

Note: This is not the JD in its entirety.

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