Forklift Operator

Morganton, NC

$20.25 hourly

Position Summary

Operate electric or propane powered material handling equipment to load and unload trucks or railcars and move goods and completed orders to a designated area within the warehouse. Responsible for receiving, counting, sorting and organizing inventory. Picks, packs, and ships orders in a safe, efficient, accurate manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment to move product and packaged complete orders, exercising care to avoid product damage.
• Follow specific instructions given by internal personnel regarding the movement of goods.
• Complete daily preventive maintenance check form on all equipment driven.
• Verifies the accuracy of product count and product information against shipping and receiving documents and checks product for damage.
• Use rf scanner to process outbound orders and inbound receipts.
• Reports shortages, damages, and mis-shipments to supervisor.
• Follows special instructions regarding the sorting, picking, packing and labeling of product based on the customer requirements for daily orders.
• Handle packages up to 50 pounds.
• Completes daily task paperwork accurately and entirely.
• Comply with safety regulations governing the operation of the equipment.
• Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Follow facility specific procedures regarding locking and releasing of trailers.

Marginal Functions

• Assist fulfillment team as needed for daily tasks or special projects.
• Maintain accurate inventory through regular cycle counts.
• Trains new employees on standard operating procedures.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Job Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must acquire forklift certification upon hire; prefer 1-3 years prior experience operating a forklift in a high-volume environment.
• Basic reading and math skills.
• Must be able to follow specific instructions thoroughly and accurately.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. safely as required.
• Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed due to customer requirements.