Forkllift Operator

SummaryOperates a forklift in a safe and efficient manner while following directives and completing tasks in a timely manner.Important Personal SkillsAdaptabilityStrong attention to detail and accuracyStrong sense of urgencyGood timekeeping ethicCultural competence - must be able to work effectively and professionally with a diverse workforceTeamwork ethicJob TasksSafety / Quality: Ensures all safety, environmental and operational procedures are followed.Complies with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirementsMaintains the confidentiality of company, customer and personnel information.Performs all pre-operational checks to ensure equipment is fit for purpose. Reports any damage or defects as discovered.Performs the duties required by forklift operators depending on the department. Outbound forklift operators pick pallets for orders and load containers as needed. Inbound forklift operators will bin-in new pallets. Inventory forklift operators will perform pallet movements to maintain yard health. P&S and PRM forklift operators will conduct pallet movements needed b maintain production.Takes necessary precautions to avoid damaging customer, company, or 3rd party property/equipment/product/etc. Performs additional duties Qualification And ExperienceMust have experience operating a gas-powered sit-down forklift or:Must have experience operating a diesel-powered forklift2 years’ experience working with forkliftsCertified on a forkliftMust be able to double stack single pallets (preferable)Container loading experience (preferable)Must be able to speak and read EnglishMust be able to do basic mathMust have experience moving large loadss assigned by management.BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401k (4% matching)Short Term/Long Term DisabilityLife InsuranceVacation PayHoliday Pay (starting on first day of employment)TALKE USA, INC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.