2nd Shift Forklift Operator

Position responsibilities include, but not limited to

• Available to work a variety of shifts including days, evening, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes
• Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed
• Must be able to operate stand up forklifts primarily as these will be used the majority of the time
• Utilize mobile handheld devices for tracking shipments
• Safely climb in and out of trailers
• Lift freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently)
• Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)
• Safety walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that has potential to be below freezing and may become slippery
• Safely reach, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary to perform the job duties
• Verify and complete required documentation and reports
• Adhere to company safety policies
• Frequent contact with co-workers and supervisors; fast-paced and deadline oriented
• Safely work in cold weather conditions

Required skills and experience

• Stand up forklift or high-low forklift experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to speak/read/write in English fluently
• Good basic math skills

Preferred skills and experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Physical requirements

• Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, communicate, and listen
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel or crouch
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Able to perform repetitive movements
• Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)

Our Team Members Enjoy

• New starting hourly wages
• Free Breakfast & Lunch
• Weekly pay structure
• No uniforms, casual dress
• Eligible for referral bonuses starting day 1
• PTO accrual starting day 1
• Employee discounts on major brands
• Employer-funded holiday savings account
• 401k & full benefits package