NOW HIRING FORKLIFT OPERATORS!
Recently named by Inc. magazine as one of the 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the U.S., Wagner Logistics, a Top 50 Third Party Logistics company providing supply chain services including distribution center management, warehousing, transportation, order fulfillment, and packaging is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team. This position will be located at the Wagner Logistics warehouse located at 271 Lofton Rd in Raphine, VA. The scheduled weekend shift of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm.
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Our excellent benefits package includes:
- Competitive wages
- Family health, dental & vision plans
- 401k retirement plan with company match
- The company provided life insurance, STD & LTD coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid Time Off
JOB SUMMARY:
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the accurate storing, shipping, and receiving of products to meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity. Possible use of one or more of the following PIT equipment: Floor Scrubber/Sweeper, Double Fork Forklift, Carton Clamp Truck, Sit Down Forklift, Roll Clamp Tuck, Electric Pallet Jack, Slip Sheet.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Loading and unloading paper roll stock and corrugated boxes from railcars and trailers efficiently, accurately, and in a safe manner
- Stacking products in proper storage areas using the required equipment
- Rotating products 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 products 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 the 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 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 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 – minimum of 2 years of experience using powered industrial trucks or similar equipment
- Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
- Basic math, counting, and computer abilities
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrate initiative, self-starter, reliability, follow and teamwork skills
- Be able to use 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, climb up and down, and/or kneel for up to 12-hour periods 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 began business in 1946 and currently operates over 7 million square feet of warehouse space in over 20 locations across 15 states. We are growing quickly and are looking for talented people who believe in our way of doing business…Bring It!
When applying, please attach your resume to your application.
We are 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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