Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, FIFO, Forklift, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Machining Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Reconciliation, Safety/Work Safety, Secondary School, Shipping Documents, Shipping/Receiving, Time Management, Warehousing
Forklift Operator
We offer:
- Longevity bonus
- Perfect attendance bonus
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Sign on Bonus
The Forklift Operator is responsible for accurately loading/unloading finished goods according to company policies as well as ensuring safe and efficient operation of machinery at all times. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for ensuring Receiving and Shipping procedures are implemented and continuously adhered to, per written procedures.
- Responsible for the rotation of finished goods in inventory to ensure inventory is used on a FIFO basis.
- Communicate with Warehouse Manager as to the condition and quality of incoming materials and potential issues relating to performance of production and plant warehouse receiving.
- Assist with inventory of finished goods and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Assist with the preparation of year-end inventory.
- Availability to perform job duties in any AbiMar location.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized and safe work area at all times.
- Responsible for operating forklift and other machinery in a safe & professional manner.
- Responsible for accurate completion of receiving and shipping paperwork.
- Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all contacts
- Accept and adapt easily to change
- Ensure that all activities are consistent with Company Mission Statement
- Operate job-related equipment with or without an accommodation
- Meet physical demands of job with or without an accommodation
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and assigned task satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, competency, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience:
- High School degree or GED and/or a combination of education and relevant experience
- 1-3 years related experience in freight, logistics and inventory.