About this role
Day Shift 6AM-2:30PM
Job Summary: The Forklift Operator contributes to the effective and efficient operation of the warehouse through accurate inventory and rotation duties, maintaining good housekeeping standards, repack and restock loose/broken merchandise, and safe operation of powered equipment. Driving a forklift to load, unload and move pallets of products in the warehouse and dock area.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Lives and models BROWN VALUES in everything we do.
- Driving a forklift to move pallets of products.
- Receiving trucks bearing new merchandise and unloading the new inventory.
- Receiving inbound freight and/or transferring outbound freight using handheld.
- Ensuring proper rotation and correct PQI tagging of warehouse merchandise.
- Restocking the warehouse floor from new freight and overflow areas.
- Repackaging and restocking broken or loose merchandise.
- Properly sorting, stacking, wrapping, and loading dunnage.
- Immediately reporting equipment damage or repairs needed.
- Following all safety practices as instructed.
- Maintain clean work areas, sweeping floors, organizing stock.
Physical Demands:
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs. continuously and 60 lbs. intermittently.
- Must be able to bend, stoop and climb on a frequent basis.
- Frequently entering and exiting the forklift.
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
Work Environment:
- Exposed to cold and hot conditions.
- Work in warehouse and dock area with little temperature controls.
Qualifications
- Ability to operate inventory tracking device
- Previous forklift experience preferred