Description

Forklift Driver

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title: Forklift Driver

Department: Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager

Effective Date: 11/03/2022

Classification: Exempt

Summary: This position is responsible operating a REACH Forklift throughout the distribution facility: fresh foods, frozen foods, dry goods, meat, and/or produce. We are asking that interested candidates possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and have a strong desire to be detail oriented. Candidates must be team players who can work productively in a diverse environment and elevate the team functionality in a warehouse environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to handle the physical aspects of the job including frequent lifting, bending, pulling, walking, constantly getting on and off the electric pallet, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, repeatedly and throughout shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, move on and off Forklift frequently, and safely operate an Forklift throughout shift.
• Ability to read customer labels to accurately select the product the customer ordered.
• Properly handle all products in accordance with food safety and warehouse safety guidelines.
• Cleans assigned area at the end of her/his shift.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift equipment check on equipment assigned. Report any defects to immediate supervisor.
• Must have a positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ensuring distribution center is kept clean and organized.
  Adhering to safety, equipment, and food safety standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Assumes other related duties as assigned.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time with or without notice.

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of forklifts.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Good math skills.
• Good time management skills.

Education & Experience

• 1-year ELP, highly preferred.
• 1 year Order Selecting in a grocery warehouse environment highly preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Salary Range: Varies per facility

Benefits: The 1st of the month after 60 days of employment you are eligible to get below benefits: 

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance 
• Vision Insurance 
• Voluntary Accident 

*** 401K eligibility after 6 months of employment 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to manage stress so it’s not outwardly displayed or projected on the team
• Ability to work in climate and non-climate control environment
• Ability to spend long hours standing

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Loud, sometimes cold, warehouse environment.

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Universal Chain is an industry leader in third-party logistics, innovator in supply chain solutions and authority on operational services and software solutions. With more nearly 40 years of partnering with clients ranging from thriving small businesses to Fortune100 and 500 companies, our dedicated teams of career professionals embody an unwavering commitment to quality that has helped us build a solid reputation for dependable & superior services. We pride ourselves on delivering structure, accountability, and standardization, all of which is designed to save our clients time and money. Our Core Values pave the way for success with Integrity, Respect for People, Quality, and Safety being at the forefront of everything we do. At Universal Chain, we consistently leverage our success in the warehouse and transportation industry to bring additional value to our clients by offering competitive pricing and unmatched service that carries over to our passion for innovation.