What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electric Pallet Jack Operator | Entry Level position at Diaz Foods?
Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM
Starting Pay $14.00
Schedule: Monday -Friday 7:00AM - 4:00PM
Job Summary:
The Electric Pallet Jack Operator is responsible for efficiently moving, loading, unloading, and organizing products in the warehouse using an electric pallet jack. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the workflow and ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment while adhering to all safety and operational procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilize electric pallet jack to pull and transport orders based on picking tickets.
- Load and unload products from trucks safely and efficiently.
- Restock and rotate products as needed to maintain inventory levels.
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse.
- Follow company safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Assist with general warehouse tasks and other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Prior experience operating an electric pallet jack preferred but not required (training provided).
- Less than high school education or up to one month of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and understand picking tickets, safety instructions, and basic operational guidelines.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide simple figures.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to follow directions, and work independently.
Physical Demands:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
- Frequently required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
- Must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts and heavy palletized products in high, precarious places.
- Warehouse setting with varying temperatures and potential exposure to dust and noise.
- Must adhere to all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Salary : $14
