Forklift Operator
Eastern Staffing & Recruiting is looking to hire Forklift Operators for our client in Summerville, SC. This position is responsible for assisting the shipping and receiving departments to unload trucks, checking in merchandise, matching purchase orders to sales orders and distributing to sales associates for processing.
Responsibilities
- Operates forklift and electric pallet jack as needed.
- Inspect product being received for damages.
- Keep production space organized and clean.
- Be able to perform inventory cycle count as needed.
- Pick point of sales orders for customers picking up product.
- Perform stock rotation of product.
- Receive trucks in a timely and accurate manner to load and unload tractor-trailer trucks per P.O requirements
- Scan and place labels on products depending on requirements.
- Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling and storage.
- Maintain accurate inventories.
- Ensure facility maintenance through housekeeping, keeping product and facility secure, and maintaining the assets of the facility.
- Timely and accurate slotting of products in system.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Previous forklift experience required.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Process good judgement necessary to perform the functions of the job including; operating a forklift in a safe and lawful manner; handling customers’ products safely and efficiently and communicating tactfully and diplomatically.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Work independently and stick to a deadline.
- Stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift heavy objects when needed.
- Ability to work in a cold environment and withstand cold temperatures.
- Additional onboarding requirements as necessary.
The estimated hourly salary range for this position is $18 – $22/hour though a candidate's salary will be determined on a range of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications and experience.
Qualified candidates, please apply. Thank you for your interest in our position!
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Eastern Staffing & Recruiting is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veterans status, or any other legally protected basis.
