Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment to move inventory, exercising care to position product on forks to avoid product damage. Position Summary: Operate electric or propane powered material handling equipment to load and unload trucks and move inventory to a designated area within an automotive distribution environment.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Hebron, Kentucky
Website
http://careers.verstlogistics.com
Description
Verst Logistics
Material Handling Operator - Forklift Operator
Hebron, KY
2nd shift
$19/hr, + $1 shift differential
Monday through Friday
Position Summary:
Operate electric or propane powered material handling equipment to load and unload trucks and move inventory to a designated area within an automotive distribution environment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment to move inventory, exercising care to position product on forks to avoid product damage.
Follow specific instructions given by internal personnel regarding the movement of goods.
Complete daily task paperwork accurately and entirely.
Complete daily preventive maintenance check form on all equipment driven.
Verify accuracy of product count and product information against shipping and receiving documents and check product for damage.
Use RF gun or complete proper forms as required to maintain and update product quantities and locations for items shipped, received or moved.
Comply with safety regulations governing the operation of the equipment.
Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
Follow facility specific procedures regarding locking and releasing of trailers.
Identify flaws/defects/knowledge of packing methods.
Placing selected cases on a pallet and arrange them orderly to minimize product damage for safe delivery.
Backs up Order Selectors as required.
Picks and packs orders for shipments, assist with inventory location changes, and assists with staging products.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform cycle counts or verification of inventory quantities and locations.
Train new employees on standard operating procedures.
Job Specifications:
High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
Must acquire forklift certification upon hire; 3-5 years prior experience operating a forklift, preferred
Basic reading and math skills
Must be computer literate
Demonstrated problem solving abilities and attention to detail
Previous experience in an Automotive Distribution environment, preferred
Previous experience with Continuous Improvement Plans and Lean Manufacturing techniques, preferred
Familiarity with SOX Compliance Requirements and OSHA Regulations
Familiarity with SDS/Hazmat Safety preferred
Must be able to follow specific instructions thoroughly and accurately
Frequently bending, walking and lifting up to 50 lbs. safely as required
Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills
Able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed due to customer requirements