About the role
Pay: $19.00 to $19.00 per hour
Description FW Logistics is an experienced logistic service provider big enough to handle supply chain logistics needs while still being small enough to give specialized service. We seek a dynamic individual to join our team as a Forklift Operator . As a Sit-Down
Forklift Operator
, your ability to perform your duties to ensure that customer needs are met, and day-to-day Warehouse activities are executed safely and efficiently is critical to FW Logistics's success. We’ll give you the support you need to excel at work, and the resources to build a career that will exceed your expectations.
Pay:
$19hr
Hours:
M-F 07:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Location:
East St. Louis
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operation:
Safely operate a sit-down forklift
Material Handling:
Load and unload trailers, transport stock, and position heavy goods in storage racks.
Machine Operation:
Control steering, gear selection, and hydraulic levers to adjust fork height, tilt, and side-to-side positioning.
Inventory Tracking:
Scan barcodes using RF scanners and log movements via warehouse management systems.
Safety Checks:
Inspect brakes, steering, and hydraulics before starting a shift, and maintain safe, slow speeds with lowered forks during transit
Paperwork:
Ensure all paperwork is completed correctly and turned in at the end of the shift
Racking:
Ensure racks are efficiently used by moving products as necessary to free up space and ensure the product is free from damage
Requirements
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have high school diploma or GED
Minimum of 6 months of operating a forklift in a warehouse, fulfillment center, distribution center or manufacturing environment
Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently
Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
Able to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach at or above shoulder level
Able to work in a warehouse environment where temperatures fluctuate based on external and internal weather conditions
Successful completion of site certification after training is required for employees assigned to this account
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Accountable – demonstrating individual accountability which results in collective success. This means never adopting a “That’s not my job!” attitude. Willing to do what needs to be done.
Adaptable – able to demonstrate flexibility and agility to ensure customer and client needs are met.
Results Driven – passion to create positive results that maximize sustainable profitability for our future success.
Compassionate – able to base your work on the customer by continuously improving processes to eliminate errors, create value, provide better service, and enhance quality.
Computer Skills- experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Paid weekly via W2 & Direct Deposit
Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
401K w/ 4% match Retirement savings plan