Find & Apply For Forklift / Pallet Jack Operator Jobs in Lancaster, South Carolina

Job Summary The Stand-up forklift operator is responsible for safely operating forklift while performing warehouse and material handling duties.

Job Responsibilities Forklift Operation :

Drive the stand-up forklift and control the movement of lifting apparatus by moving levers and pressing pedals

Material Handling :

Position lifting forks under loaded pallets or skids, transport loads to designated areas, and stack materials by raising and lowering the lifting device

Organization :

Maintain material in an efficient and orderly manner by size and grade for easy retrieval

Inventory Management :

Inventory materials on the work floor and supply workers with materials as needed

Inspection and Reporting :

Inspect materials for damage or shortages and report findings to the supervisor

Loading/Unloading :

Load or unload materials onto or off of pallets, skids, or lifting devices

Equipment Maintenance :

Perform routine maintenance on the forklift, including lubricating the truck, recharging batteries, filling the fuel tank, or replacing the liquefied gas tank

Additional Duties :

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support warehouse operations

Qualifications Certification :

Valid active stand-up forklift certification.

Communication :

Ability to speak effectively with customers and employees, and to read and understand safety rules, operation, maintenance, and procedure manuals.

Mathematics :

Proficiency in basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Instruction Compliance :

Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Education and Experience :

1-year certificate from a college or technical school; or Three to six months of related experience; or Two-year technical degree or equivalent with 3-5 years of experience in a related field

Technical Skills :

Ability to read and understand work orders and written instructions, utilize measuring devices such as rulers, tapes, and calipers, and use a computer to check stock and print tags

Product Knowledge :

Knowledge of products handled in the warehouse

Banding Equipment :

Ability to use banding equipment

Physical Examination :

Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility

Reliability :

Demonstrated reliable work history Attention to

Detail :

Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all tasks Benefits 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Health insurance - Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) Wellness Stipend Paid Life insurance Paid Short / Long-Term Disability Insurance Adoption Assistance (Financial) Adoption & Fertility Navigation Support Referral Program Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Tuition reimbursement Experience Required 1 year(s): Forklift Operation Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.