What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at Transpac USA?
Job purpose
The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise; accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform product handler duties; promote and implement the company’s core values and excellence in customer service; responsible for maintaining strong relationships with internal customers. The standard hours for the Forklift Operator are 7 : 30am to 4 : 00pm.
Duties and responsibilities
- Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
- Efficiently stack and store product in the appropriate areas.
- Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
- Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
- Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
- Efficiently move product from staging and / or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.
- Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, pallet jack, or handcart.
- Use radio equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions, as required.
- Maintain the company’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
- Supports maintaining a safe working environment and focuses on safe work habits.
- Maintains a focus for self and team on continuous learning that will enhance skill sets and growth opportunities.
- Demonstrates a commitment to Transpac LLC’s core values.
- The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing.
- Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and / or assigned as necessary.
Skills
Qualifications
Physical requirements
The successful candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.