Warehouse/Forklift Operator

 
Position                            : Warehouse/Forklift Operator
Location                           : Covingto, GA
Duration                          : 12 Months
1st Shift
Total Hours/week            : 40.00
1st Shift
Client                                : Medical Devices Company
Job Category                   : Industrial
Employment Type           : Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders or GC EAD or OPT or EAD or CPT
 

Job Summary

Forklift Operator role in Covington, GA, using forklifts, cherry pickers, reach trucks, and other equipment to move materials, parts, and finished goods within the warehouse.  1st shift (9:00 AM- 5:30 PM, Mon- Fri).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts, cherry pickers, reach trucks, clamp trucks, and other forklift attachments to move materials and finished products

• Use conveyors, cranes, handcarts, and power trucks within the warehouse

• Receive shipments and manage inventory following FIFO practices

• Perform shipping and receiving duties

• Maintain accurate records and documentation

• Use RF scanners for inventory and order processing

• Follow hazard communication protocols and use PPE appropriately

• Apply basic knowledge and skills to complete routine tasks within defined SOPs

• Work within clearly defined SOPs and adhere to quality guidelines

• Communicate effectively with coworkers and Team Lead/Supervisor

• Perform basic math calculations and interpret documents written in English

• Operate within a metrics-driven environment

• Use general computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Outlook)

Experience

• 2+ years of warehouse or related experience/training

Key Skills

• Forklift operation (Cherry Picker, Reach Truck, Electric Pallet Jack, Clamp Truck, Hi-Lo)

• PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) driving

• RF scanner use

• Inventory management and record-keeping

• FIFO and shipping/receiving processes

• Hazmat and hazard communication awareness

• Cold storage warehouse experience (a plus)

• Microsoft Excel and Outlook

• Basic math and analytical skills

Eligibility and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (not required)

• Able to lift/move over 50 lbs

• 10-panel drug screen (DT) required

• Forklift pre- screening questionnaire required with application

• Comfortable working near moving mechanical parts, in extreme weather conditions, and around vibration

• Occasional exposure to heights and airborne particles

• Comfortable in a warehouse environment with moderate to loud noise levels and seasonal temperature variation