What are the responsibilities and job description for the FORKLIFT OPERATOR position at Ventamatic, Ltd.?
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate receiving, storing, and shipping of products to meet company standards of safety, productivity, and quality. This includes the operation of basic forklifts in the handling of products. Must be certified and available to work scheduled hours to meet customer needs.
JOB DUTIES:
• Load and unload freight in an efficient and safe manner, recording all necessary paperwork.
• Transport product to storage areas using proper equipment and efficiently stack and store product.
• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing and other miscellaneous tasks as needed.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely and efficiently while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
• Check product for accuracy in inventory, damage and infestation and complete paperwork.
• Conduct operations and model behavior that promotes a safe environment. This would include looking in the direction of travel, wearing a seat belt, driving at an appropriate speed, and appropriate use of the horn as examples.
• Sweep and clean area, including trailers, as needed.
• Abide by all company rules and policies in regards to conduct and safety.
• Must have the ability to turn head to look in the direction of travel. Must have the ability to look up. Must have the ability to wear the seat belt during operation per OSHA regulation.
• Utilize RF scanners and the Warehouse Management System
