15 Forklift Operator jobs in Salem

Job Title: Forklift Operator Employer: Amazon

Job Description:

As a Forklift Operator at Amazon, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. You will ensure that products are transported safely and efficiently within the warehouse. Your role is critical in maintaining the flow of goods and ensuring that the warehouse operates smoothly.

Key Responsibilities: - Operate a forklift to move materials within the warehouse. - Load and unload trucks using a forklift. - Inspect and maintain the forklift to ensure safe operation. - Assist with inventory management and cycle counts. - Follow safety protocols and procedures. - Collaborate with warehouse associates to meet productivity targets.

Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid forklift operator certification. - Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting. - Ability to lift and move heavy objects. - Strong attention to detail and safety.

**Job Description**: The Forklift Operator at DHL is responsible for safely operating forklifts to move, load, and unload heavy items and pallets within the warehouse. This role requires a strong understanding of warehouse operations, the ability to operate machinery safely, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Your duties will include transporting materials to and from storage areas, ensuring that items are stored safely and efficiently, and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Job Title: Forklift Operator Employer: Amazon

Job Description:

As a Forklift Operator at Amazon, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. You will ensure that products are transported safely and efficiently within the warehouse. Your role is critical in maintaining the flow of goods and ensuring that the warehouse operates smoothly.

Key Responsibilities: - Operate a forklift to move materials within the warehouse. - Load and unload trucks using a forklift. - Inspect and maintain the forklift to ensure safe operation. - Assist with inventory management and cycle counts. - Follow safety protocols and procedures. - Collaborate with warehouse associates to meet productivity targets.

Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid forklift operator certification. - Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting. - Ability to lift and move heavy objects. - Strong attention to detail and safety.

**Job Description**: The Forklift Operator at DHL is responsible for safely operating forklifts to move, load, and unload heavy items and pallets within the warehouse. This role requires a strong understanding of warehouse operations, the ability to operate machinery safely, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Your duties will include transporting materials to and from storage areas, ensuring that items are stored safely and efficiently, and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Job Title: Forklift Operator Employer: Amazon

Job Description:

As a Forklift Operator at Amazon, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. You will ensure that products are transported safely and efficiently within the warehouse. Your role is critical in maintaining the flow of goods and ensuring that the warehouse operates smoothly.

Key Responsibilities: - Operate a forklift to move materials within the warehouse. - Load and unload trucks using a forklift. - Inspect and maintain the forklift to ensure safe operation. - Assist with inventory management and cycle counts. - Follow safety protocols and procedures. - Collaborate with warehouse associates to meet productivity targets.

Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid forklift operator certification. - Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting. - Ability to lift and move heavy objects. - Strong attention to detail and safety.

Job Title: Forklift Operator Employer: Amazon

Job Description:

As a Forklift Operator at Amazon, you will be responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. You will ensure that products are transported safely and efficiently within the warehouse. Your role is critical in maintaining the flow of goods and ensuring that the warehouse operates smoothly.

Key Responsibilities: - Operate a forklift to move materials within the warehouse. - Load and unload trucks using a forklift. - Inspect and maintain the forklift to ensure safe operation. - Assist with inventory management and cycle counts. - Follow safety protocols and procedures. - Collaborate with warehouse associates to meet productivity targets.

Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent. - Valid forklift operator certification. - Previous experience operating a forklift in a warehouse setting. - Ability to lift and move heavy objects. - Strong attention to detail and safety.

**Job Description**: The Forklift Operator at DHL is responsible for safely operating forklifts to move, load, and unload heavy items and pallets within the warehouse. This role requires a strong understanding of warehouse operations, the ability to operate machinery safely, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Your duties will include transporting materials to and from storage areas, ensuring that items are stored safely and efficiently, and assisting with inventory management. The ideal candidate will have experience operating forklifts, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Under general supervision, the Forklift Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage, and shipment of food products utilizing equipment including, but not limited to, sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, pallet jacks, double pallet jacks and radio frequency equipment.

What You'll Do:

• Efficiently and safely load and unload freight using proper equipment to move products to storage throughout facility.

• Effectively stack and store merchandise, pick and assemble orders for shipment, check freight for accuracy, damage, and infestation, while labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as directed by management.

• In compliance with OSHA standards, operate equipment (sit down and stand-up forklifts, high-reach forklifts, stand-up straddle trucks, walk behinds, single/double pallet jacks and RF scanners) in a manner that promotes safety.

• Must be able to meet production standards while maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.

• Perform other duties such as inventory, cleaning, or forklift battery changes and may be required to perform other duties outside of normal responsibilities as needed.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

• Three (3) months of related work experience preferred.

What Could Set You Apart:

• An ability to work independently.

• Ability to work overtime, evenings, or weekends to complete work or to attend meetings as assigned, and the ability to adhere to attendance policies by showing up to assigned shift on time.

• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited to frequently requiring the ability to drive a forklift, sit, hear, or talk, use close vision, use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, and type and manipulate controls. Employees are occasionally required to use distance vision, stand, kneel, or crouch. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

• Must be able to work in spaces with 55 inches of headroom.

• Must be able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures varying from32 degrees Fahrenheit to minus 45 degrees Fahrenheit, as well as outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).

• Must tolerate heights up to 30 ft. and be able to access elevated products from inside safety cage.

• May stand to rebuild pallets with products. Requires tolerance of standing posture up to 5 hours, over an 8-10-12 hour shift. Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Must be able lift boxes of varying weights from 10 lbs. up to 55 lbs. from ground level to 80 inches in height and up 70 lbs. to 50 inches in height rebuilding pallets without assistance. Must be able to lift and carry product a distance of 6 ft. without mechanical assistance.

• Wear clothing,boots, headgear, and gloves that protect against the cold.

• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards/requirements.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company makes reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

What We Offer:

Our associates know the answer to the question: "What's in it for me?" We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold, you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

ABOUT US

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.

About the Role: As a DHL Warehouse Forklift Operator, you'll be essential in facilitating the safe and efficient movement of goods within our facility. You will operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, and transport materials, helping to streamline our logistics operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forklift Operation: Safely and efficiently operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, stack, and retrieve goods.
• Loading and Unloading: Load and unload shipments from trucks, trailers, and containers.
• Material Handling: Transport materials to designated storage locations within the warehouse.
• Inventory Management: Assist with inventory counts and maintain accurate records of material movement.
• Order Fulfillment: Pick and stage orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations, including wearing appropriate safety equipment.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance checks on forklifts and report any malfunctions.
• Warehouse Organization: Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of material movement and equipment operation.

Qualifications:

• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Proven experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to (specify weight) pounds).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret shipping documents and labels.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Stable employment with a global logistics leader.

Join our team and help facilitate the efficient movement of goods globally!