Equipment Operator (Forklift)

BULK Department
• Hours: 11am – 7:30pm
• Pay rate details : $20.00 hourly pay rate

Equipment Operator
An Equipment Operator is responsible for the daily distribution activities, productivity, and quality within the assigned area(s) of a distribution facility. This position is responsible for demonstrating safety, quality and productivity performance and operational expertise. This position will be required to proficiently perform at least one or more distribution-related activities (e.g. order filling, shipping, receiving) on a regular basis with 60% or more of work performed using a forklift or PIT. Perform loading, unloading and/or picking of product and materials using powered lifting equipment to move product throughout the facility.

Job Responsibilities:
• Heavy lifting.
• Inventory management.
• REACH truck driving
• Cherry Picker / Stock Picker Experience
• Also work outbound in production.
• Contribute to a safe work environment through continuous focus on housekeeping and safety.
• Demonstrate a commitment to our companys core values.
• Interact with supervisors, leads, and/or work groups with information exchanges related to immediate tasks.
• Participate in the implementation and contribute ideas and suggestions for continuous improvements to the distribution process in a group setting.
• Work in a fast-paced, metric-driven environment.

Experience:
• Minimum 1 year experience in related field.
• Cherry Picker / Stock Picker Experience Required
• Basic ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, using the English language
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction, multiplication)
• Basic computer skills (accessing and navigating the internet; familiar with the keyboard; opening, closing and saving documents)
• Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours
• Walking on uneven surfaces possible, though infrequently
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (start shift early and/or stay until the work is complete)
• Exhibited good jo