Forklift Operator Ii - Bloomington, United States - NFI Industries

NFI Industries

Verified Company

Bloomington, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise.

The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklift and may also be required to perform order filler or order checker duties in addition to his or her own.

This position is responsible for operating multiple types of forklift equipment and ability to operate within a rack warehouse environment.

The Forklift Operator II needs to be able to operate sit-down/standup, clamp, cherry and reach equipment. Forklift certification required on at least 3 pieces of equipment. Must operate as their scope of work fifty percent or more of their time on these types of equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Stacks and stores merchandise in designated areas using a sit-down/standup, clamp, cherry and/or reach equipment. 50% of their service time in the business.

Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations

Pulls and prepares products for shipment

Ensures that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped

Performs picking duties in an efficient manner meeting customer service standards

Moves product from staging and/or storage areas into trailers

Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods

Maintains appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security

Assists in physical inventories

Ensures proper stock rotation

Conducts cycle counts as requested

Must have Excel knowledge plus general computer knowledge

Basic safety understanding in operating equipment

Responsible for reporting safety concerns to management in a timely manner

Report inventory discrepancies to inventory control team and assists in resolution

Must be able to complete inspection form prior operating equipment

Must be able to use RF scanning equipment to ensure accuracy of inventory

Schedule/Shift:
Sunday-Thursday 2pm-10pm

Job Related & Physical Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED preferred.

At least 1 year forklift experience and/or using warehouse distribution equipment

Must be able to stand/walk for up to 10-12 hours.

Must be able to lift and/or pull 50 lbs. without restriction.

Regular bending, lifting, stretching and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Walking in the distribution center and around the area with great frequency, facilities are over a quarter mile in length.

Should be able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature variation and able to access all areas of building without limitations.

Ability and availability to work irregular or extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed

Must have attention to detail, excellent customer service skills and basic math skills

We are excited to share the base hourly rate for this position is $18.25/HOUR. NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, geographic location, when determining a starting rate of pay. This position may also be eligible for an additional $1/HOUR based on shift work.

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)