Equipment Services Forklift Operator

Requisition ID: 223841

Locations: LaVergne

Pay Range: $16.73 - $21.06, depending on experience

Rate Frequency: Hourly

Schedule: (Open Field)

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Job Overview SCHEDULE: MONDAY - FRIDAY (5AM TO 1:30PM)

The EQS Forklift Operator completes material movement through moving, loading, and unloading of assets using a wide variety of material handling equipment at a proficient level such as forklift, pallet jack.Duties & Responsibilities

Pull specific vending and cold drink equipment to fulfill sales request needs

Utilize switcher to maneuver 53' and pup trailers to the dock as needed

Prepare equipment for shipping by protective wrapping as needed

Load and unload trailers as needed, in support of delivery activities; conduct SAP/CONA via handhelds to ensure accurate accountability for loads Inbound and outbound to/from territories supported by Regional Operation Center; process to be completed following CCCI SOP'S

Ensure all Outbound loads are secured, safe, and proper documentation is attached (STO)

Safety/Housekeeping-Performing Pre-Trips and Post Trips daily documentation, keeping work area neat and clutter-free

Perform miscellaneous activities as directed; assist with equipment staging and other movements as directed, including junking of equipment and yard maintenance

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Comprehension of basic safety principles including proper lifting and use of personal protective equipment Advanced forklift skills (single-wide)

Ability to efficiently, safely operate forklifts in a small area

Pallet-jack skills

Rudimentary mechanical skills

Operate multiple pieces of simple machinery

Simple tool usage

Read and Follow written SOP's or instructions

Complete forms (handwritten and, or computer-based) to document activities and results

Follow verbal instructions Intermediate math skills

Thorough understanding of elements contributing to productivity

Capacity to assess order building, loading workflow and choose optimum pick, load path

Capacity to simultaneously manage multiple processes to support overall system efficiency

Ability to consistently count received and compare to manifest with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to consistently load trucks following documentation with a high degree of accuracy

Possess strong communication skills

Must be able to work in extreme (hot, cold) temperatures, noisy conditions, slippery walking surfaces and broken glass

Infrequent lifting, moving product

Occasionally lifting over 25 lbs. and rarely up to or over 50 lbs.

Sitting for long periods.

Frequent getting on, off of a forklift.

Opening and closing truck dock doors

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Forklift, pallet jack certification.

Switcher operation certification.

Class A CDL where required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a logistics environment

Understanding of truck, trailer loading strategies, and weight distribution principles

Work Environment Noisy and non-temperature-controlled environment including high and low-temperature environment

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.