Job Title: Forklift Driver
Job Category: Light Industrial
Shift: 1st Shift
Pay: 18.00 - 19.65/PH
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Forklift Driver to join our team. This position is responsible for transporting pallets, staging materials, supporting shipment preparation, and executing general warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, as well as rider pallet jacks and other industrial equipment
Conduct daily forklift inspections and report any issues
Stage fruit bins and pallets for inbound and outbound shipments
Load, unload, and properly rack goods
Maintain and follow all forklift and scanner maintenance protocols
Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from safety hazards
Follow all safety regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Label pallets accurately and ensure secure and stable loads
Use scanner equipment to ensure accurate inventory tracking and pallet management
Report any facility or pallet damages promptly
Perform pallet down-stacking and restacking as needed
Support weekly and monthly inventory counts with high accuracy
Perform other warehouse duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of certified forklift operation experience
Familiarity with AS400 systems is preferred
Strong adherence to safety procedures and SOPs
Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills
Ability to lift and move items weighing 25 to 50 pounds
Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (34°F to 42°F)
