Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 10:00AM - 6:00PM
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Position Summary
We are seeking dependable and safety-conscious Forklift Operators/Warehouse Associates to support daily warehouse operations. This role involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading materials, maintaining a clean work environment, and assisting with shipping, receiving, and material handling. Candidates should be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors and be committed to following all safety procedures.
Essential Job Duties
General Housekeeping & Warehouse Support
- Sweep warehouse floors and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Empty trash cans and dumpsters throughout the facility.
- Move pallets, products, and cradles throughout the warehouse and surrounding yard using a forklift and other material handling equipment.
- Assist with general warehouse duties as assigned.
DCA Area Decoupling
- Assist Southwire team members by ensuring reels are properly cradled, wrapped, and secured using 2x4 bracing as needed.
- Safely operate an electric nailing gun after receiving company-provided training.
- Follow all safety procedures and quality standards.
Receiving Operations
- Unload inbound trailers safely and efficiently.
- Operate a forklift to transport and rack reels and materials into designated storage locations.
- Verify materials are placed in the correct warehouse locations.
Flatbed Loading & Unloading
- Work alongside Southwire team members to load and unload flatbed trailers.
- Secure materials according to established procedures.
- Perform work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Qualifications
- Previous forklift experience required.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and material handling machinery.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent bending, lifting, standing, and walking throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in both indoor warehouse and outdoor environments.
- Strong attention to safety, reliability, and teamwork.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Work Environment
- Warehouse and outdoor work environment.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions while loading and unloading flatbed trailers.
- Fast-paced manufacturing and distribution setting.
Forklift Operator / Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour
Position Summary
We are seeking dependable and safety-conscious Forklift Operators/Warehouse Associates to support daily warehouse operations. This role involves operating a forklift, loading and unloading materials, maintaining a clean work environment, and assisting with shipping, receiving, and material handling. Candidates should be comfortable working both indoors and outdoors and be committed to following all safety procedures.
Essential Job Duties
General Housekeeping & Warehouse Support
- Sweep warehouse floors and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
- Empty trash cans and dumpsters throughout the facility.
- Move pallets, products, and cradles throughout the warehouse and surrounding yard using a forklift and other material handling equipment.
- Assist with general warehouse duties as assigned.
DCA Area Decoupling
- Assist Southwire team members by ensuring reels are properly cradled, wrapped, and secured using 2x4 bracing as needed.
- Safely operate an electric nailing gun after receiving company-provided training.
- Follow all safety procedures and quality standards.
Receiving Operations
- Unload inbound trailers safely and efficiently.
- Operate a forklift to transport and rack reels and materials into designated storage locations.
- Verify materials are placed in the correct warehouse locations.
Flatbed Loading & Unloading
- Work alongside Southwire team members to load and unload flatbed trailers.
- Secure materials according to established procedures.
- Perform work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Qualifications
- Previous forklift experience required.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and material handling machinery.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent bending, lifting, standing, and walking throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in both indoor warehouse and outdoor environments.
- Strong attention to safety, reliability, and teamwork.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Work Environment
- Warehouse and outdoor work environment.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions while loading and unloading flatbed trailers.
- Fast-paced manufacturing and distribution setting.