High Reach Forklift Operator - Cold Storage at Interim HealthCare - NH & Maine Parent

Memphis, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High Reach Forklift Operation, Order Picking, Inventory Verification, Loading And Unloading, Warehouse Management Systems, Scanning Systems, Cold Storage Operations, Safety Compliance, Physical Lifting, Attention To Detail, Teamwork, Communication Skills

Industry

Freight and Package Transportation

Description

Description Position Summary: The High Reach Forklift Operator in the cold storage is responsible for operating a forklift in a cold environment (Cooler is 38 degrees and freezer is minus 10-20 degrees) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The High Reach Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of the vehicle. The operator is also responsible for order selection, checking, inventory verification, tidiness, loading and unloading of trucks as needed. Pay: $21hr Hours: Monday through Friday, 07:00am till 03:30pm Location: 2369 Spottswood Ave, Memphis, TN. 38114 Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Represent FW Logistics in a courteous and professional manner at all times. Receiving: Unloads inbound shipments safely, scans and inspects goods, then moves to storage location, efficiently stacking and recording locations. May require physical adjustment of load, re-stacking of product, average 60 lbs. boxes, occasionally heavier. Checking: Prior to product storage, counts all product, compares count to the driver's manifest and checks shipment for damage, infestation and production code dates or other items as specified. Reports all shortages, overages, damages and misplacements to the immediate supervisor and the appropriate parties. Order Picking: Pulls and prepares product for shipment, (may require heavy lifting) ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped. Makes sure product comes from the proper locations and lot numbers agree to the picking documents and performs the picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards. Loading: Efficiently moves product from the staging area or storage areas into trailers. Equipment: Performs operations with a variety of material handling equipment, maintains the facilities equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. Daily, inspects and verifies that equipment is operating properly at the start of the day’s activities. Advises the supervisor of problems encountered, reports damaged and broken/faulty equipment immediately, and operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods. Housekeeping: Recognizes that a clean working environment is necessary. Helps maintain a clean and orderly workspace, removes wood, plastic, and other obstacles from the floor. Inventory: Keeps appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assists in physical inventories, ensuring the proper stock rotation by following lot number identification. Safety, Maintenance: Assists in maintaining the safety of all employees and assists with equipment and building maintenance by informing the area Team Leader and or Supervisor of any unsafe behaviors or conditions. Quality Control: Adheres to following standard operating procedures and processes while suggesting ideas for continuous improvement. Other duties as assigned Requirements Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Computer literate, read numbers and labels Must be able to work overtime, days and/or evening and weekends as necessary Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to pay close attention to detail in a fast paced, ever-changing environment Ability to work independently and as an effective team member Accountable – demonstrating individual accountability which results in collective success. This means never adopting a “That’s not my job!” attitude. Willing to do what needs to be done. Adaptable – able to demonstrate flexibility and agility to ensure customer and client needs are met. Results Driven – passion to create positive results that maximize sustainable profitability for our future success. Compassionate – able to base your work on the customer by continuously improving processes to eliminate errors, create value, provide better service, and enhance quality. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 6 months working in a warehouse, fulfillment center, distribution center or manufacturing environment operating powered industrial forklift. Experience with warehouse management systems and scanning systems is a plus. Physical Demands: Able to work in a warehouse environment where temperature is cold. Able to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach at or above shoulder level if required. Able to sit and or stand for long periods of time. Able to lift up to sixty (60) pounds independently, if required. Proper lifting technique is required. Ability to continuously stand for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours per day, if required. required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –20 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation). Must be able to work overtime up to 10 hours a day if required including weekends. Benefits: Competitive salary Paid weekly via W2 & Direct Deposit Health, dental, and vision insurance plans 401K w/ 4% match Retirement savings plan

Responsibilities

Operate high reach forklifts in cold storage environments to move, stack, and count merchandise. Responsible for receiving shipments, order picking, loading trucks, and maintaining inventory accuracy and facility tidiness.