Forklift Driver

Position Location: 169 E Grand. St Louis MO

D shift: 5:45pm-6:00am Thursday Friday Saturday and every other Wednesday

POSITION SUMMARY

he Forklift Operator is responsible for operating power industrial trucks for the purpose of moving locating relocating stacking and counting merchandise. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties in addition to his or her own. They are responsible for the accurate storing shipping and receiving of product to meet company standards of safety security and productivity.

As part of the DSV team Associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance safety and quality. Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies and may be required to perform any combination of the following.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receiving/Put-Away:

Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Input data accurately into WMS.

Efficiently stack and store product in appropriate area.

Maintain an organized work area.

Order Picking:

Pull and prepare for shipment ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.

Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.

Prepare freight for operations accurately and in a timely manner as required.

Quality:

Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.

Report quality variances

Delivery:

Efficiently moves product form staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks.

Proper documentation must accompany freight.

Inventory:

Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.

Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.

Safety Housekeeping and Compliance:

Maintain a clean neat orderly work area and assist in security of the warehouse

Will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures corporate and site-specific policies

Load unload move stack and stage product and materials using a forklift clamp truck drum attachment or other power equipment.

Maintain the facilitys equipment and materials in a neat clean and orderly fashion.

On a daily basis inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.

Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.

Associates must maintain an active forklift certification.

Maintenance:

Perform or assist in building grounds and equipment maintenance as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES (Site Specific)

Change fuel tanks on forklifts as needed: participate in physical inventories; perform labeling sorting wrapping packing and repacking as needed

Repair pallets when necessary trailers and truck bays as requested.

Help maintain the facility to provide a clean safe work environment.

Performs other duties as required

Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.

Able to operate MHE

Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate

Certificates Licenses Registrations or Professional Designations

Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills

RF Scanners

WMS functions

Language Skills

English (reading writing verbal)

Mathematical Skills

Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product count inventory or perform other duties associated with handling storing and distributing client products.

Other

Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner.

Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance

Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating fast-paced work environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1-2 years experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment

1-2 years forklift experience.

Current or prior MHE certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally

Handling/Fingering Sitting

Frequently

Bending

Constantly

Walking and Standing

Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull

21-50 pounds

o Reach above shoulder reach outward squat or kneel.

Other Physical Requirements:

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.