Forklift Operator Job at The Lee Group in Newport News

Now hiring for Forklift Operator/Warehouse Coordinator in Newport News, VA!

Position Title: Forklift Operator/Warehouse Coordinator

Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Monday - Friday (required overtime, weekdays and weekends)

Pay: $19.00/hr

What we are looking for in a Forklift Operator:

The Forklift Operator is primarily responsible for the accurate storage, shipping, receiving, and cycle counting and location accuracy for all products stored in either frozen or dry goods warehouse areas. This job requires a high degree of organizational skills and ability to work effectively with other organizations on a daily basis.

Additionally the Warehouse Coordinator must be capable of utilizing the current ERP application and/or RF technology equipment and capable ooperating a forklift for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, kitting and counting products.

Responsibilities of Forklift Operator:

• Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the forklifts. And capable of passing certification training.
• Unload and move inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations or production floor and efficiently stack and store the product in the appropriate area.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact quantity and type of product required is loaded and shipped.
• Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Fulfillment of work orders per manufacturing schedule. Requires issuing materials or returning material in a real-time basis via RF technology to/from work-orders.
• Capable of backing up all functions associated with warehousing in both frozen and dry goods areas.
• Check or count freight for accuracy and/or damage and infestation.
• Perform daily cycle counts and participate in annual physical inventories.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety and report anything which may compromise food safety to management.
• Performs inventory transfers/transactions and adjustments to inventory balances using the ERP application and/or RF technology.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift. Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Ensure proper stock rotation via FIFO principles.

Qualifications for Forklift Operator position:

• High Reach Forklift experience preferred but willing to train motivated candidates.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in Supply Chain, specifically in the inventory Control and/or Warehousing areas Knowledge of inventory control systems and processes and the ability to utilize for daily activities.
• Experienced in Fork Lift truck operation.
• Able to work in Cold Storage environments with temperatures ranging from 24 degrees Fahrenheit to -10 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Freight suppliers, Import/Export, Freight forwarders, Packaging/Corrugated vendors, Manufacturing personnel, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance and other company personnel as required.
• Knowledge of Warehousing processes and how these processes can be integrated into existing company practices and requirements.
• Ability to analyze and reconcile inventory variances.
• Ability to maintain an accurate and well-organized warehouse and receiving/shipping dock.
• Ability to interface with MIS on enhancements or problems with the system application and/or initiate requests necessary to improve or correct inventory control issues.

Working conditions for Forklift Operator position:

• The plant work environment will expose the employee to loud noise, food grade dust & odors, moving & vibrating machinery, heavy equipment, powered industrial trucks, heights, traffic, anhydrous ammonia, oil and electricity.
• The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, rain, snow, dust, smoke and odors.
• Flexibility of work hours.
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods of time if needed.

Physical requirements/allergens:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, listen, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is required to use hands to handle, operate, and feel objects, tools or controls.
• The employee is occasionally required to operate a motor vehicle to travel to off-site meetings.
• The employee must have visual acuity sufficient to operate a motor vehicle and digital camera, as well as other office and position equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Employee must be able to hear and speak clearly in order to communicate with clients, coworkers, employees and vendors.

The Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion - Aligning talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives! And that's what the right job can mean for a family and what the right employees can mean for a business.

We get up every day and come to work for 1 reason. Putting the right people in the right seats.

We are guided by our Core Values:

• We are purpose driven to change people's lives.
• We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.
• We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.
• We get it, our business, and our customers.
• We get it right!

Work with us and we will put over 50 years of experience to work for you!

The Lee Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All applicants must be willing to submit to pre-employment screenings including drug tests and criminal background checks.