Job title: Backroom Utility-Forklift
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Production Manager
Job Summary:
The purpose of this position is to keep the production and loading and receiving work areas clean and organized while supporting all production team members with workflow and removal/replacement of bin, carts, hangers or racks. In addition, this team member has been properly trained to utilize both the baler and forklift.
Why City Thrift?
- Generous employee discount
- 401k
- Healthcare benefits for full time employees
- Advancement opportunities
Responsibilities and duties:
Empties trash as it accumulates
Removes empty carts while replacing them with full carts as needed by the sorters.
Moves non-sellable items to either the baler or trash
Assists drivers with unloading
Assists customers with furniture loading
Produces bales as needed
Loads or unloads trucks as necessary utilizing the forklift
Operates the forklift minimally and when other team members are not present
Maintains a clean and organized workstation
Regularly meets the production goals of the position as outlined by the company
Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
Provides friendly and courteous service in all interactions with customers
Required Skills and Abilities
Must be able to read, write and communicate with other team members
Must demonstrate an attention to detail and keep records as required
Good eye-hand coordination to sort, grasp, hang or reroute product
May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor
Physical Requirements
Lifting and carrying 50 lbs.
Reaching overhead 60% of time
Pushing and pulling 4-6 lbs. of force (to push/pull up to 100 lbs. rolling rack)
Pushing and pulling 50% of time
Standing 100% of time
Repetitive use of hands 80% of time
Bending and crouching 20% of time
Grasping items with hands 100% of time
Working Conditions:
Exposure to periodic temperature fluctuations
Exposure to dust
Flexibility with schedule based up store needs and sale days
May be required to perform in an alternate role at the request of the supervisor
Education and Experience:
- High School Degree, GED or equivalent work experiences.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Must be 22 years of age or older