Forklift Operator Job at Smart Warehousing in Edgerton

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Forklift Operator is responsible for the daily execution and handling of customer orders and shipments, unloading inbound shipments safely and moving product to storage locations. This position is responsible for ensuring that product is stacked efficiently and placed in the appropriate area. This role requires high attention to detail with the ability to follow SOPs. This role will be responsible for counting, picking, receiving, and completing paperwork for order fulfillment and inventory put away. This position will utilize various forms of equipment to fulfill warehousing activities. We are looking for sharp, driven team members with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Follows warehouse operational procedures including sorting, loading/unloading activities, shipment processing and documentation, manifesting, packaging, and sending shipment status information.
• Pulls and packs products based on daily orders.
• Operates a forklift (or other equipment) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may perform Order Filler and Checker duties.
• Meets or exceeds productivity goals.
• When putting away inventory, counts product, stores it, compares against inbound paperwork, inspects inbound shipments for damage, infestation and production dates.
• Reports shortages, overages, damage, and mis-shipments to supervisor.
• Reviews outbound orders for accuracy as directed.
• Compares quantity, quality, labeling and consignee address to the customer order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct.
• Safely and efficiently operates machinery and equipment as required and assists in unloading or loading of product moving into or out of the warehouse.
• Completes cycle counts and inventory audit activities as directed.
• Maintains clean, neat, and orderly work areas and operates in a manner that promotes safety.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of experience in related area of responsibility.
• Experience leveraging technology to perform daily tasks, including familiarity with MS Office applications, web navigation, and basic hardware functions.
• Proven ability to take initiative to accomplish tasks in creative ways with a sense of urgency and assertiveness.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

Key Attributes

• Detail oriented.
• Safety-first attitude.
• Follows instructions well.

Physical or Mental Demands

Most of the time spent in this role will be in a warehouse setting. This can mean long hours performing non-sedentary work (on the floor, walking, operating equipment, etc.). This will require the ability to see, hear, write, stand, walk, bend, and stay alert. The operation of various forms of warehouse equipment and/or lifting to 50 lbs. may be required depending on business needs.

Equal Opportunity

Smart Warehousing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, and do not discriminate based on race, age, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet

Shifts

• Fork Lift Operator - 1st Shift B (Tue-Sat) 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM
• Fork Lift Operator - 2nd Shift (Tue-Sat) 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
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