Certified Forklift Operator - Norfolk, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $18 to $19 hourly D.O.E

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The basic function of the Forklift Operator position for Tri Star Freight System, Inc. (TSFS) is the loading and unloading of incoming/outgoing vehicles for storage or shipment and identifying damages and reporting shortages or quality deficiencies. Forklift operators are responsible for operating and managing industrial trucks to load and unload materials and deliveries and move them to and from storage areas, machines and loading docks, into trucks or storage facilities and to ensure that the company meets or exceeds the goals that have been established by the President/CEO for the Warehouse Department.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Forklift Operator reports directly to and is fully accountable to the Director of Terminal Operations, hereafter referred to as Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and essential duty listed below satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience as a certified forklift operator.
• At least 2 years experience working in a warehouse/storage facility and in fulfilling general duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
• At least 2 years experience in maintaining proper records and files via paper and electronic tablets.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Must be able to effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Have a can do attitude towards problems.
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Must have excellent time management skills.
• Must be available and willing to work Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm.
• Must be highly reliable.
• Must be highly dependable as attendance, being on time as well as being at work as expected is very important.

LICENSING / REGISTRATION / CERTIFICATION

• 
  Required: Must be a Certified Forklift Operator
• 
  Required: Valid Driver License
• 
  Required: Must be able to pass forklift certification

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

• Punches in on time and is available for work at the beginning of the shift.
• Ensures that all equipment is operated in a safe manner.
• Participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Load and unload trucks carefully, without incident.
• Reads and understands all load/unload paperwork, documents.
• Follow proper procedures for damages.
• Keep yard / warehouse free and clear of debris and trash
• Empties trash dumpster
• Pulls all freight before loading, double checks freight and documents
• Reads and understands all import and export documents
• Measures export crates
• Repairs any boxes as needed due to damages
• Adds check digit to load sheets
• Familiar with countries/stuffing containers
• Understands unload sheets do not unload any freight without unload sheet
• Load/unload containers by hand if required.
• Understands stripping reports.
• Familiar with seal verification procedures.
• Daily inspection of forklift using checklist
• Jumpstarts equipment, as necessary.
• Ensure that all necessary tasks are completed before the end of the shift.
• Maintain and operate other warehouse equipment in a safe manner.
• Must read, understand, and sign that their personal Job Description or Duties List is understood and can be performed properly.
• Must read and comply with all company rules, regulations and policies, and good housekeeping habits.
• Maintains cooperative and positive working relationships with customers, coworkers, peers, vendors, and the business community.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position will be working primarily in a warehouse environment. From this movement (outdoors and warehouse), the employee will encounter varying weather conditions and temperatures.
• The noise level in the work environment is higher in the warehouse and/or outdoors.
• The normal workday will be from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. However, the hours will be longer when specific projects are due; thus, some extended schedules including weekend work will be necessary.
  

• The physical requirements are sitting to drive mobile equipment, and walking is required within the warehouse/office area. This position requires, besides walking, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending, and flexing the arms, legs, wrists and fingers.
• Because of the responsibilities of forklift operation, the Forklift Operator must be able to lift 35-pound propane tanks or greater.

Benefits Package Includes:

Medical Insurance

Supplemental Insurance - Optional (i.e. Dental, vision, life, short term disability, critical illness, etc.)

100% Company Paid $25k Basic Term Life

100% Company Paid $25k AD&D

100% Company Paid LTD

100% Company Paid Profit Sharing (eligible after one year of service)

Employee Discounts

EAP Employee Assistance Program

Birthday Paid off

8 Paid holidays

Paid Time Off after 1 year of continuous employment

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

8-hour shift (must be able to work overtime as needed)

Regular Monday to Friday (must be able to work some weekends)