Forklift Operator (76485)

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift in a safe and efficient manner to transport, store, retrieve, and rotate product throughout the warehouse. This position supports inventory accuracy, product replenishment, shipping, receiving, and overall warehouse operations within a temperature-controlled environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate a traditional forklift to transport pallets to, from, and within the warehouse.
• Put away, replenish, rotate, and retrieve inventory from reserve rack locations.
• Transport pallets from receiving docks to designated storage locations in the warehouse.
• Use handheld scanning devices and warehouse technology to accurately track inventory movements and replenishment activities.
• Pull products from inventory and deliver them to production lines as needed.
• Move finished products from production areas to designated storage locations.
• Retrieve finished products from storage and load them onto delivery trailers.
• Unload products and materials from inbound trailers.
• Stack, organize, and rotate merchandise to maintain proper inventory control and product freshness.
• Ensure inventory is stored in the correct warehouse locations and follows established rotation procedures.
• Inspect equipment before use and report any safety concerns or maintenance issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment by sweeping assigned areas, cleaning spills, and reworking damaged product as necessary.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous forklift experience preferred; certification is a plus.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and follow safety procedures.
• Basic computer and handheld scanner proficiency.
• Ability to lift, move, push, and pull products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment and meet productivity expectations.

Work Environment

• Temperature-controlled warehouse environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and operating warehouse equipment.
• May require overtime, weekends, or flexible scheduling based on operational needs.