Material Handler/Lift Truck Operator

The Material Handler/ Lift Truck Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a lift truck (forklift) to move, load, unload and stack materials in the warehouses and production facility.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate various types of lift trucks (e.g. counterbalances, reach truck, pallet jack, etc.) to transport goods, raw material, or products.
• Load and unload trucks, containers or storage areas and ensure that goods are properly placed and stored.
• Assist with inventory control by moving goods to designated storage areas, scanning barcodes and tracking material movement.
• Follow all safety guidelines, protocols and regulations, including wearing PPE, inspecting equipment and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
• Conduct routine checks on forklifts and other equipment to ensure they are in working condition and report any maintenance issues.
• Stack products or materials neatly and securely to maximize storage space and prevent damage.
• Work closely with warehouse, shipping, supervisors and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient material handling processes.
• Maintain logs of equipment usage, material movements and any issues that arise during operations.
• All other work as assigned by Supervisor/ or other authorized management personnel.

• 3 years experience within a manufacturing setting.
• Detail oriented, safety conscious.
• Capable of handling physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Frequent lifting, bending, sitting, standing and walking.
• Good computer skills: Microsoft Suite.
• Proficient at operating lift trucks.
• Able to follow instructions and work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.