Forklift Operator

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Worker will be responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery set-up. Forklift experience is a plus.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy.
• Prepare orders by processing requests: pull accurate materials and place in an appropriate area for customer pick up or delivery; loading and unloading trucks as necessary.
• Maintain inventory controls through minimizing materials damage and ensuring order accuracy.
• Be able to organize the warehouse and manage bin locations.
• Establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service.
• Workers are required to lift to 50 lbs., walk or stand for most of the shift, and wear protective gear and steel-toed boots.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained to company operating standards.
• Must be able to think for yourself-problem solve.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience or more is preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must wear protective gear and steel-toed boots.
• Will frequently move about inside the warehouse.
• Must be able to operate warehouse machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Constantly in warehouse environment
• Must be able to work in various types of weather conditions and temperatures.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on tasks.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.