Forklift operator job description

**DIRECT HIRE 3rd shift Forklift Operator **

**GREAT PAY / BENEFITS**

The Material Handler is responsible for the movement of raw material within the plant to support the operations process by utilizing various equipment (forklift trucks) and inventory control systems. This position operates in a manufacturing environment.

This is a 3rd Shift job opening, 11:00pm-7:30am

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reads product processing form or follows verbal instructions to move the correct materials to the appropriate locations and machines.

• Loads materials into vehicles and installs required strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent product from shifting or becoming damaged in transit.

• Enters lot tracking data into computer.

• Compares product identification information and counts against daily pull sheets.

• Prints labels and affixes shipping and special labels on cartons as required by customer.

• Records shortages.

• Assembles customer orders on pallet to meet customer needs.

• Drives a variety of forklift trucks to move and store cartons on racks in warehouse.

• Verifies and examines shipments for accuracy using hand-held scanner.

• Moves product in and out of warehouse using first-in-first-out (FIFO) method.

• Complies with safety and quality rules and policies.

• Support department efforts to maintain a clean work area, machines, and equipment.

• Assist machine operators as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2+ years’ experience driving different types of forklifts required

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Knowledge and basic computer operation ability

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure and compute ratios and percentages

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to complete routine production and quality reports

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

• Understanding and compliance with safety rules and regulations

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development assistance

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

Company DescriptionITW is a global industrial company built around a differentiated and proprietary business model. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required.

As a General Warehouse Worker, you'll help us get the latest tech to our customers across the country. You'll work with your team to move products to their designated locations within the distribution center and safely use forklifts and other powered equipment. By working together to receive and ship products, you'll help ensure everything arrives to our customers when, where and how they want it.
What you'll do


Load, unload and process merchandise for inbound and outbound trucks Bring merchandise to designated warehouse locations Maintain clean, safe work area Accurately process required paperwork


Basic Qualifications


Must be at least 18 years old Able to stand and sit for long periods of time Able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment Able to lift up to 75 pounds with or without accommodation


Preferred Qualifications


Power equipment certification


Why you'll love it here


We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially during key moments in your life.

Our benefits include:

Competitive pay Generous employee discount Financial savings and retirement resources Support for your physical and mental well-being


About us


As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of life - in our stores, online and in customers' homes.

Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here.™


Additional Job Information



Join our team!


While you're busy delivering on our belief of making technology work for our customers, we're working to ensure you are rewarded for your passion, energy and commitment. Our pay for performance philosophy rewards results and offers you opportunities to grow in your career and increase your earning potential.


Ready? Let's do this!


If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our customers and employees, click on the apply button below. The application will take about 15 minutes to complete and if you meet the requirements, you can expect to hear from us within 24-72 hours.

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Benefits


Best Buy offers a range of benefits to support your overall well-being, as outlined in the Benefits Guide. Eligibility may vary.

If you have never worked in a warehouse environment before, you should understand that you will be on your feet for 90% - 95% of your shift. Its a physical job! It also gets loud facilities are large. While we want everyone to feel comfortable, our ability to control the temperature in our warehouses is limited. Indoor warehouse working conditions are impacted by seasons and the weather.

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the course of the workday:
Be able to operate and drive a stand-up forklift with a current license
Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers, as well as collect empty pallet boards and carry them to storage
Pick appropriate cases according to order using required technology
Safely operate a forklift after we provide you training and you obtain certification
Load trailers via carts or stack cases on the floor of a truck trailer
Receive and distribute product and assist in weekly product inventory
General housekeeping and specific sanitation tasks as required (e.g. you may be asked to sweep the floor, help clean a trailer, take out the trash, etc.)
Lift objects that weigh anywhere between 15 pounds and 50 pounds (i.e. anything from a bowling ball to a twin-size mattress) with or without a reasonable accommodation
Whether you are experienced or not, please be sure that you meet the following minimum requirements prior to starting your application:
You are 18 years of age or older
Certification must be presented before they can be considered for any work assignment
6months+ of experience in Forklift services?
You will be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
You can lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation
You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation
You are able to repeatedly lift, carry, push, pull, and handle products with or without a reasonable accommodation
You are willing and able to work at heights using ladders or lifts to access areas of the site)
You are willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces

Here is an idea of what our managers are looking for:
Communication: you will interact with coordinators, peers, managers, and team leads about issues, downtime and breaks because communication is essential for a successful day.
Flexibility: we look out for one another on the warehouse floor by being flexible when we must tackle production schedule changes, environmental changes, and sudden work schedule changes.
Tech Savvy: Industry leader when it comes to smart automated technology and tracking production and inventory. Being comfortable learning new technology will help you thrive in our performance based culture.
Work Ethic: we expect you to go above and beyond on your assigned job tasks. We closely track performance and efficiency throughout work shifts. This includes volunteering for additional assignments not directly related to your specific job role because your performance helps the team achieve overall performance goals.
Teamwork: we are dependable and accountable to one another because of our shared passion to attain targets and goals.
Attention to Detail: you make a conscious effort to pay attention to the task at hand, accurately read product codes and labels and correctly pick load the correct quantity of products for shipment.
Safety Focus: we wear safety equipment, follow current good manufacturing practices (CGMPs), perform proper forklift inspections and follow forklift operating guidelines and procedures, and communicate safety issues and concerns. We believe that safety is everyones responsibility.
PPE Requirements: Steel Toe Shoes
Education: High School