Forklift Driver / Material Handler, 2nd Shift

Forklift Driver / Material Handler, 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - 12:00 PM CST) A Forklift Driver/Material Handler is responsible for operating material-handling equipment (forklifts) to receive, store, and distribute materials, parts, and supplies, using wireless RF scanning equipment to direct the disposition of materials.

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment (forklift) to move racks, containers, pallets, and crates Move, locate, relocate, load, unload, and stack material in the assigned area Perform routine daily equipment inspections and escalate issues Gather finished orders for movement to the outbound shipping area Ensure product is labelled and free of damages, overages, and shortages Accurately complete all related paperwork Adhere to quality and customer service standards set forth by the company Observe and comply with all safety procedures and guidelines Ensure that materials loaded to be transported are properly stacked and secure Perform housekeeping tasks such as sweeping, removing scrap, pallets, cardboard, etc.

Regular and reliable attendance at work Competencies Attention to detail Communication proficiency Technical capacity Teamwork orientation Decision making Results-driven High regard for safety Travel No travel is required between locations.

Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent.

2+ years of experience operating a Forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment OSHA-endorsed forklift certification or ability to become certified Previous use of RF Scanning equipment and Warehouse Management System (WMS) Must be able to identify products through reading, interpreting, and scanning pallet information Ability to understand instructions in English Knowledge of safety practices Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment involving tire and wheel operations is strongly preferred.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.

The employee regularly sits on a powered forklift and is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

The associate may occasionally be required to lift 25 pounds; anything greater than 25 pounds requires assistance.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment This job is performed in a busy warehouse environment with high forklift traffic.

Warehouses are subject to seasonal temperatures.

Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and vests are required personal protective equipment (PPE).

One or all PPE may be required based upon t...