Job description
Award-winning
Wagner Logistics, a Top 50 Third Party Logistics company, is seeking
Forklift Operators for our
dedicated warehouse in Kalamazoo, MI.
We have both day and night shift positions available.
Our excellent benefits package includes:
- Competitive wages
- Family health, dental & vision plans
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- Company provided life insurance, STD & LTD coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid Time off
- Tuition Reimbursement
The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate storing, shipping and receiving of palletized product to meet company standards of safety, security and productivity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading and unloading freight efficiently, accurately and in a safe manner
- Stacking product in proper storage areas using the required equipment
- Rotating product according to the customer’s requirements
- Ensuring the integrity of the inventory of customers and assisting/leading physical inventories
- Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing or repacking projects as needed
- Accurately pick and assemble orders for shipment
- Safely operate material handling equipment
- Identify damaged, lost or missing product and notify warehouse leadership immediately
- Complete daily forklift inspections for all material handling equipment
- Responsible for placing unsafe or out of service material handling equipment in proper location and notifying Warehouse Leadership to request necessary repairs immediately
- Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area
- Assist in maintaining the security and safety of the warehouse by conducting daily operations in accordance with safe working practices in compliance with state, local and federal regulations, and laws governing business operations
- Interact with warehouse management, warehouse personnel, customers, vendors and the other employees/guests in a professional manner
- Complete required records, reports and daily paperwork
- Including other duties assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education - High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
Experience - Previous experience using powered industrial trucks or similar equipment in a warehouse environment
Knowledge/Experience/Skills:
- Must be able to read, write and understand basic English
- Basic math, counting and computer abilities
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrate initiative, self-starter, reliable, follow thru and team work skills
- Be able to use of RF scan guns, tablets and Warehouse Management System technology aptitude required. Experience with similar devices and processes preferred
- Certifications: - Forklift Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Ability to stand, sit, squat, crawl, bend, twist and/or kneel for up to 10-hour periods of time and repetitively
- Capability to navigate through narrow, confined spaces
- Work near or on top of sloping, uneven and/or slippery surfaces
- Exposure to varying temperatures: heat, cold, wet, damp, drafty
- Possible exposure to areas with high noise levels that may require hearing protection
- Use hands and fingers to grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights
- Utilize muscles to lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds
Wagner celebrated their 75th Anniversary in October 2021. We operate over 7 million square feet of warehouse space in over 22 locations across 14 states. Wagner specializes in supply chain services such as warehousing, transportation, fulfillment, and packaging. We are growing quickly and are looking for talented people who believe in our way of doing business...
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To apply, please attach your cover letter and resume to your application.
Wagner is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or other protected status.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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