Job Description

Forklift Operator

FULL-TIME

$20.50/hr, plus $2000 new hire bonus, see details below

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise.  The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own. This position is responsible for operating a sit-down and/or clamp forklift equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using a forklift, clamp, push-pull equipment.
Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations
Pulls and prepares products for shipment
Ensures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
Performs picking duties in an efficient manner meeting customer service standards
Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers
Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security
Assists in physical inventories
Ensures proper stock rotation
Conducts cycle counts as requested
Must have Excel knowledge plus general computer knowledge.
Basic safety understanding in operating equipment
Responsible for reporting safety concerns to management in a timely manner
Report inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assists in resolution
Must be able to complete inspection form prior operating equipment
Must be able to use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory

REM-01 WS-01

Schedule

Shift start: 9:30AM
Shift length: 8 hours
Monday-Friday, Some Weekends

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 60 days
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Must pass drug screen (cannabis included)
• Must pass background check
• Can lift 50 lbs
• Must be at least 18+ years old

High School Diploma/GED preferred. At least 1 year forklift / standup reach truck experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment. Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours. Must be able to lift and/or pull 50 lbs without restriction. Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head. Walking in the DC and around the area with great frequency, facilities are over a quarter mile in length. Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations. Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed Must be able to get NFI forklift certified Must have attention to detail Must have excellent customer service skills Attention to detail Must have basic math skills

$2000 new hire incentive

About NFI

NFI is a leading international third party logistics provider with customers ranging from Fortune 100 companies to small businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering completely customized supply chain solutions no matter the industry.

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