What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at DAIKIN?
Forklift Operator - Jefferson, Georgia
The Opportunity
The Forklift Operators load, unload, transfer and stack product in the warehouse and trucks while meeting safety, quality and on-time delivery objectives. These roles are also responsible for correctly processing transfers through the warehouse management system and scanners.
Responsibilities
- Accurately process factory transfers
- Control damage and inventory
- Safely and efficiently operate forklifts to transfer, load and unload product
- Use the PKMS (warehouse management system) through RF scanning
- Complete LTL and Will Calls
- Responsible for accurate and timely completion of paperwork at the end of each shift
- Complete daily Pre &Post shift Forklift inspection. Report any problems to the supervisor immediately
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to all safety and quality standards at all times
- Attend and participate in daily safety meetings. Follow all safety procedures and policies
- Proper PPE and uniform must be worn at all times during each shift
- Follow Good Housekeeping - Warehouse up keep through sweeping and keeping area(s) organized and clean
- Perform additional duties as needed
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of industrial forklift experience within the last 3 years, preferably within a large scale high-volume warehouse/logistics facility
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be able to pass Forklift Certification Training provided by in-house training team
- Ability to successfully process (ex: Basic Loading and Unloading) factory transfers in a safe and efficient manner without damage and with minimal supervision
- Ability to operate a forklift safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse
- Knowledge of WMS (warehouse management systems) and scanning equipment preferred
- Ability to learn PKMS and scanning system.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills- English Ability to meet deadlines
- Basic computer skills- MS Office – Outlook and data entry
- Ability to understand and follow all Company rules, policies, procedures and requirements especially for safety, quality, delivery and productivity/cost
The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of a person’s race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 per hour
Application Question(s):
- How many years of forklift experience do you have within the last 3 years.
Work Location: One location