Forklift Operator 1st Shift

We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a forklift to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or distribution center environment. This is a vital role in our operations, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout the facility. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES** - Certified to operate a variety of lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Counter Balance. - Use RF gun/scanner and Warehouse Management System to research and gather information - Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form - Operate equipment in an array of surroundings and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°) - Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage. - Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers. - Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker. - Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for individual or store orders. - Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and quality standards. - Serve as the lead, assist with supervising the flow of the work and process. - Assist with identifying process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and propose and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs. - Demonstrate proficiency in department processes and troubleshoots problems and issues. - Provide one on one or group hands-on training for new and returnee associates on all functional aspects of the ticket processing job. - Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement - Perform other duties as required - High School diploma or equivalent preferred. - 6+ months of previous forklift experience on similar equipment. Basic reading (English) and math skills (counting, adding subtracting, multiplying and division). PC skills or previous inventory scanning experience required. - Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Electric Pallet Jack - Stock Picker - Counterbalance - Ability to sit for an extended amount of time. - Lift up to 50+ lbs. - Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadline with accurate and detailed results. - Honest and respectful communication - Compliance with company attendance standards. #INDOPS