Forklift Operator Job Overview

Typical schedule is Monday-Thursday 7 am – 5:30 pm (Busy season includes Fridays)

The Forklift Operator plays an important role in keeping Superior Grain Equipment’s production and warehouse operations running efficiently. This position is responsible for safely operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, organize, load, and unload materials while maintaining accurate inventory and a clean, organized work environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely and efficiently load and unload metal products, materials, and supplies.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move and organize inventory within the assigned department.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse and work area.
• Properly pack, label, tag, and store inventory.
• Perform routine inventory cycle counts to help ensure accuracy.
• Secure and tie down loads on trucks and trailers in accordance with safety procedures.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and other equipment as needed to complete assigned tasks.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of forklift operation experience required.
• Ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and work effectively in a fast-paced, repetitive work environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regularly required to walk, stand, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, stoop, reach, and handle materials.
• Ability to lift at least 75 pounds.
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts and in environments with routine exposure to noise.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors and tolerate varying weather conditions.