Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own. This position is responsible for operating a sit-down and / or clamp forklift equipment. Responsibilities include :

• Stacking and storing merchandise in designated areas using a forklift, clamp, push-pull equipment
• Unloading inbound shipments safely and moving product to storage locations
• Pulling and preparing products for shipment
• Ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped
• Performing picking duties in an efficient manner meeting customer service standards
• Moving product from staging and / or storage areas into trailers
• Operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods
• Maintaining appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security
• Assisting in physical inventories
• Ensuring proper stock rotation
• Conducting cycle counts as requested
• Must have Excel knowledge plus general computer knowledge
• Basic safety understanding in operating equipment
• Responsible for reporting safety concerns to management in a timely manner
• Reporting inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assisting in resolution
• Must be able to complete inspection form prior to operating equipment
• Must be able to use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory

Qualifications include :

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

The base hourly rate for this position is $21 / HOUR. NFI takes into consideration applicants qualifications, experience, education, geographic location, when determining a starting rate of pay.

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

LA County Applicants : The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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