Forklift Operator - Full Time, Nights

$39,520 - $39,520/Yr

US 1 Shorthaul - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbus, OH

About the position

The Forklift Operator position at US 1 Shorthaul involves safely transporting materials within the facility, operating forklifts in busy industrial environments, and ensuring efficient handling of goods. The role is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and workplace safety while adhering to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Transporting materials to different locations within the facility
• Maneuvering forklifts safely in busy industrial environments
• Safely stacking and unstacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets
• Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport
• Picking and wrapping orders for shipment
• Unloading deliveries and safely relocating the goods to their designated storage areas
• Ensuring that forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions
• Using industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport
• Optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency
• Securing loads to the machine before transportation
• Regularly checking forklift equipment for faults or damages
• Produce activity logs
• Identifying workplace safety hazards
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Valid certification to operate forklifts (preferred)
• 1-Year forklift driving experience within the past 2 years
• Attention to detail
• Good knowledge of industrial equipment
• Ability to operate a two-way radio
• Physical ability to perform manual labor
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Spatial awareness
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Healthcare Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 24-Hour NurseLine
• 24/7 Virtual Doctor Visit
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Benefits
• Accident Benefits
• Critical Illness Benefits
• Wellness Screening Benefits
• Online Will Preparation Service
• Identity Theft Protection
• Global Emergency Services
• Fuel Card (for driving positions)
• Safety Equipment Provided