Career Opportunities | Forklift Operators:

General Summary
Unload and assist in reloading freight properly maintaining schedules to ensure on-time delivery.

1. Pick and sort orders for loading.
2. Unload freight by hand or using dolly or forklift, properly mark dock locations on freight and stage freight in proper dock location.
3. Sort through mixed pallets with 2 or more orders.
4. Wrap freight securely to prevent damage.
5. Back up loader position as needed (see Loader job description)
6. Handle all hazardous materials in a safe and efficient manner, including securing hazardous materials to the pallets. Immediately report any spills to foreperson.
7. Apply 4-star truck restraints before unloading trailer.
8. Practice and adhere to all safety procedures.
9. Report all overages, shortages, damages and problems to supervisor and/or foreperson.
10. Clean out trailers and secure loose nails and boards.
11. Clean dock as necessary.
12. Inspect forklift for safe operation and report maintenance problems to foreperson.

• Environment - Dock environment, variable temperatures comparable to outside temperatures. Slightly heated dock. Heated and/or air conditioned break room.
• Hours of work - Full-time evenings, work 8-12 hour shift, plus required overtime.

1. Standing (Varies)
2. Walking (Varies)
3. Sitting (Varies)
4. Lifting/Carrying (over 50 lbs, Very Heavy)
5. Pushing/pulling
6. Climbing
7. Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching
8. Crawling
9. Reaching/Stretching
10. Handling/Grasping
11. Speaking
12. Hearing
13. Seeing
14. Smelling
15. Depth perception

Licensing
Forklift certification (company issued).

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Previous forklift experience.
3. Honesty and integrity.
4. Good basic math skills.
5. Previous warehouse/dock experience.
6. Hazardous Materials Training (company provided).