Job Opening: Warehouse Forklift Operator
Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
• Maintain the highest level of customer service with distributors, customers, co-workers and guests
• Participate in the picking, sorting, wrapping and staging of products for loading
• Participate in the loading and unloading of trailers
• Verify outgoing loads, properly fill out BOLs and other shipping paperwork, and turn in completed paperwork to the Bottling office
• Verify incoming loads, properly fill out receiving paperwork and turn in completed paperwork to the Bottling office
• Plan and communicate storage locations for finished goods, dry goods and other materials stored in the warehouse to allow for maximum space utilization
• Maintain a clean, orderly, safe and secure work area/warehouse
• Fill out forklift safety checklist to ensure a properly operational forklift
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and a variety of warehouse mechanical equipment safely and correctly
• Assist with departmental initiatives, new projects, tailgate safety meetings and functions
• Incorporate LEAN initiatives such as 5S, tracking/eliminating DOWNTIME and reducing wasteful activities
• Perform various other duties and participate in special projects as assigned by the supervisor or manager within the physical constraints of the job
*Resumes are required with recent employment history and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma, three to five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintain valid Forklift Certification
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels
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• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow
• Versatility, flexibility and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace
• Bilingual skills; a plus
• Ability to adhere to companies’ 4 core standards
-Trust
-Ingenuity
-Forward Thinking
-Always Deliver
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
• Sit for prolonged periods
• Perform some repetitive motion activities
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Lift, move and stack boxes up to 30 lbs