What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator II - 1st Shift position at GXO Logistics?
Logistics at full potential.
At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.
As part of its COVID-19 workplace requirements, the client site for this role, or a client site to which this role must travel, has mandated that all employees, suppliers, and visitors be fully vaccinated and provide proof. If you believe that you require an accommodation for a medical or religious reason with respect to these client requirements, please contact HRaccommodations@gxo.com. For accommodation requests related to the pre-hire process, GXO engages in the interactive process during the pre-hire process. For accommodation requests related to employment and performance of essential job functions, GXO engages in the interactive process after a conditional offer of employment.
1st Shift, Saturday - Thursday, 6:00am - 4:00pm
As the Forklift Operator II, you’ll have an important role on our team, helping us provide sophisticated supply chain solutions for our customers. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity with a company that’s clearly going places, join us at GXO.
Pay, benefits and more.
We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Operate powered industrial lift trucks (forklifts) and order pickers to push, pull, lift, stack or move product, equipment and materials
- Use a handheld scanner with a high degree of accuracy
- Load and unload trailers as required
- Adhere to the 7S program and always maintain a clean environment
- Demonstrate a commitment to process excellence
- Demonstrate an understanding of the company quality policy
- Perform inbound receiving process
What you need to succeed at GXO:
At a minimum, you'll need:
- 1 year of warehouse experience
- Trained and certified in the safe operation of powered industrial lift trucks
- Availability to work a flexible schedule, with possible overtime when needed
It'd be great if you also have:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to communicate well with leadership and peers
This job requires the ability to:
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up to 50 lbs.
- Sit, stand or walk for long periods of time
- Bend, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull
- Handle or manage tools or equipment
- Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments
We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.