Forklift Operator II

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Requisition ID : 241047

Locations : Sandston

Pay Range : $20.03 - $21.57 Hourly, depending on experience

Schedule : Sunday through Thursday 10 pm to 6 : 30 am

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Job Overview

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for completing material movement throughout the facility and grounds by moving, loading, and unloading assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level, such as a forklift and, or pallet jack.

Duties & Responsibilities

Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs

Ensure all Outbound loads are secured and safe by applying protective wrapping as needed and that the proper documentation is attached (STO)

Load and unload trailers, as needed, to support delivery activities following CCCI SOPs to ensure accuracy by updating SAP, CONA via handhelds for accountability of Inbound and outbound loads to, from territories supported by Regional Operation Center

Perform all safety and housekeeping activities, including conducting pre-and post-trip checks, reviewing daily documentation for accuracy, and keeping the work area neat and clutter-free

Perform miscellaneous activities as directed, assist with staging equipment and other movements, including junking equipment and yard maintenance

Utilize a switcher to maneuver 53' and pup trailers to the dock as needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Working knowledge of basic safety principles, including proper lifting and use of personal protective equipment

Advanced forklift skills (single-wide), with the ability to operate forklifts safely and efficiently in a small area

Basic pallet-jack skills

Rudimentary mechanical skills and simple tool usage

Ability to operate multiple pieces of simple machinery

Read and Follow written SOP's or instructions

Complete forms (handwritten and, or computer-based) to document activities and results

Follow verbal instructions Intermediate math skills

Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity

Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick, load path

Ability to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency

Ability to consistently count received and compare to manifest with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with a high degree of accuracy

Possess strong communication skills

Must be able to work in extremely high and low temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces, and broken glass

Occasionally lifting over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.

Ability to sit for long periods

Frequent getting on, off of a forklift

Opening and closing truck dock doors

Minimum Qualifications

Forklift, pallet jack certification

Switcher operation certification

Class A CDL where required

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a logistics environment

Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles

Work Environment

Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment including high and low-temperature environments

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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