What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at ShipMonk?
ShipMonk is the world's largest 3PL for high-growth e-commerce and DTC brands. Since our inception in 2014, we've operated with a singular guiding principle: to help small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses scale by offering technology-driven fulfillment solutions that enable business founders to devote more time to the things that matter most in their businesses. Put simply, ShipMonk helps e-commerce companies stress less and grow more. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL, ShipMonk has more than 2,500 employees across facilities in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Pittston, PA, Los Angeles, CA, Bay Shore, NY, Las Vegas, NV, Louisville, KY, Fort Worth, TX, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, Tecate, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and Prague, Czech Republic.
ShipMonk is hiring Warehouse Associates for our Fulfillment Center in Las Vegas, NV. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced E-Commerce environment, this is the company for you!
What you'll do:
Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places
Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment
Help maintain an organized, safe, and clean work environment
Assist in the inventory control process
Use proper safety equipment at all times
Follow safety rules and promote a safe work environment
Assist other departments as requested
Operate Forklift - Cherry-picker, Reach lift, pallet-jack, Stand-up/Sit-down forklifts.
What you'll need:
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours, with or without reasonable accommodation; each shift has one 50 minute break
Ability to work assigned schedule
Proficient with technology (computer, iPad, scanners, hand-help devices)
Strong communication skills
Comfortable with working in a warehouse environment (Noise, temperature, fast-paced)
Proven experience as forklift operator
Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
Valid certification to operate forklifts
Perks of working for ShipMonk:
Starting wages at $16.00/hour with an increase to $17.25/hour after forklift certification!
Benefits (Health, dental, vision) after 60 days of employment
Life insurance and short term disability
401k retirement plan
Tenure pay increases
Opportunities for additional job-skills training, including heavy equipment operation and technical skills development
ShipMonk is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.