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Forklift Operator I at Empirical Foods in Groveport, OH
Entry LevelOn-siteGroveport, OH
Skills
forklift operationmaterial handling equipmentlifting devicesdata entrytypingbasic geography knowledgeairport codesdetail orientedtime managementorganizational skillsteamworkability to follow instructionswork ethicaccountabilityautonomycustomer service focusknowledge of regulatory affairsknowledge of customsknowledge of logisticsknowledge of financial processesknowledge of rating methodologyspecialized computer knowledgeteam playerrespectfulgrowth mindsetpassionateopen to change
Job Description
Overview
Transfer goods and materials from incoming and outbound shipments via a forklift. Move materials throughout the warehouse.
Responsibilities
- Operate a manually controlled gasoline or electric powered Forklift to pick-up, deliver or move materials around the warehouse location
- Able to operate standard lifting devices and other basic material handling equipment
- Operate machinery to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials
- Perform the following: loads, unloads and stacks materials onto lifting device, weighs material or products and records on production schedules.
- Perform safety checks on lifts.
- The ability to follow instructions, either while working independently, or as part of a team.
- Comply with all company policies and legal guidelines
- Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
Qualifications
Education Qualifications
- High School degree / GED or Work equivalent Required
Experience Qualifications
- 0-3 years 0-1 years Required
Skills and Abilities
- Reading and writing English, knowledge of airport codes destinations and basic geography knowledge.
- Exhibits strong typing skills/or data entry skills.
- Must be detail oriented and able to work in a fast pace, high volume environment.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Actively participates in safety policies, activities and implementations
- Knowledge of regulatory affairs, customs or other business areas of logistics. Knowledge of financial processes and rating methodology
- Specialized computer knowledge
Licenses and Certifications
- Forklift Certification Upon Hire Required
Other Skills We Hope to See:
- A team player who works well with others – being respectful to our teammates is a Core Value!
- A strong work ethic with an appreciation for ownership, independence, accountability and autonomy in your role.
- Growth mindset – being passionate about your craft, always looking for ways to improve yourself and the company, being open to change and doing things differently.
- Customer service focus – we serve a wide variety of customers, both internal and external, and building relationships is a part of our culture!