Export Forklift Operator

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to keep the work area clean and organized while supporting all the production team members with work flow and removal/replacement of bin, carts, hangers or racks. In addition, this team member has been properly trained to utilize both the baler and forklift.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Empties trash as it accumulates
• Removes empty carts while replacing them with full carts as needed by the sorters.
• Moves non-sellable items to either the baler or trash
• Assists drivers with unloading
• Assists customers with furniture loading
• Produces bales as needed
• Loads or unloads trucks as necessary utilizing the forklift
• Operates the forklift minimally and when other team members are not present
• Maintains a clean and organized work station
• Regularly meets the production goals of the position as outlined by the company
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Provides friendly and courteous service in all interactions with customers

Required Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write and communicate with other team members
• Must demonstrate an attention to detail and keep records as required
• Good eye-hand coordination to sort, grasp, hang or reroute product
• May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and carrying 50 lbs.
• Reaching overhead 60% of time
• Pushing and pulling 4-6 lbs. of force (to push/pull up to 100 lbs. rolling rack)
• Pushing and pulling 50% of time
• Standing 100% of time
• Repetitive use of hands 80% of time
• Bending and crouching 20% of time
• Grasping items with hands 100% of time

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to periodic temperature fluctuations
• Exposure to dust
• Flexibility with schedule based up store needs and sale days
• May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor

Education and Experience:

• High School Degree, GED or equivalent work experiences.
• Must be 22 year of age or older

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer