Forklift Driver/Loader

Job Title: Forklift Driver/Loader

Department Name: Shipping & Receiving

Reports to (title): Forklift Driver Lead

Business Unit: SVS – Denton, MD

Job Summary: Warehouse forklift operator, also known as a material handler, will move goods around the warehouse using forklifts and other loading devices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Loading and unloading: Unloading deliveries from trucks and loading goods onto conveyor belts
• Stories and relocating: Stacking boxes for storages, and moving materials within the warehouse
• Maintaining: Performing daily forklift maintenance and checks, and keeping the warehouse clean and free of hazards
• Tracking: Documenting the arrival, departure, and movement of goods and tracking inventory and customer orders
• Other tasks: Building pallets, picking pallets, moving hazardous materials, and reconfiguring racking

Required Skills & Abilities:

Loading and unloading

Forklift operators need to be able to move and stack foods, and load and unload them from vehicles like trucks, ships, and airplanes. It’s also important to make sure loads are secure before transporting them.

Packing

Forklift operators often spend a lot of time packing and labeling products from delivery. They should be able to pack boxes, label them clearly, and use packaging materials like tape and bubble wrap to secure packages.

Communication

Forklift operators need to be able to interact effectively with co-workers, vendors, and sometimes customers. They should be able to speak clearly, listen attentively, and communicate through email, telephone, and written notes.

Attention to detail

Forklift operators need to pay attention to detail when performing maintenance inspections on forklifts and other equipment to ensure everything is in working order. They should also stay present while working so they can notice any issues with the forklift’s operation right away

Physical Requirements:

• Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb.
• The position requires standing for extended periods of time.

Company Profile:
Eastern Wholesale Fence LLC is a growing manufacturer and distributor of fence products. Selling to the trade for over 50 years!
Based in NY, SC, NC, NJ and MD. We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Providing our employees with benefit programs that is both: Competitive and Comprehensive. Our generous package includes: Competitive wages, medical insurance with employer contribution, dental and vision insurance. 401k plan with company match. Employee discounts as well as paid time off and much more...
Make this your choice for a career and join our team of amazing employees!!!

DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT!

Disclaimer
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 to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $17