Forklift Operator

POSITION PROFILE

The Forklift Operator / Warehouse Assistant responsible for the safe and responsible operation of the

forklift daily. This person will ensure the forklift is kept clean and appropriately maintained on a timely

basis. This role also involves assisting in goods receival, packing of shelves and the movement of stocks within the warehouse.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Safe operation of forklift on a daily basis

· Ensure forklift is appropriately maintained in a timely basis

· Report any unusual occurrences or sounds from the forklift immediately to supervisor

· Appropriate placement of stocks in its correct space

· Ensure stocks are removed from the floor to the racks as quickly as possible after being duly

received

· Ensure inventory not stored on racks are always on double pallets

· Report items not correctly placed on racks

· Assist in the receival process to ensure stocks are received efficiently & accurately

· Ensure shelves in picking area is adequately stocked

· Participate in our quarterly stock counts

· To maintain good work habits with adherence to the working policies of the company

· To perform other activities as may be determined from time to time

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

The job is satisfactorily performed when the key results of the following strategic objectives of the

department are consistently achieved:

1. Zero damages resulting from the operation of the forklift

2. 100% compliance with the safety protocols when operating the forklift.

3. Processing the receival of inventory in keeping with department SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS)

· A minimum of three (3) CXCs or CSEC subjects.

· Forklift operating certificate

· A minimum of one (1) year experience operating forklifts

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Working knowledge of Forklift safety and maintenance requirements

· A team player with a customer-oriented approach

· Quality focus and commitment to high quality standards

· Excellent planning, initiative, interpersonal, organizational and multi-tasking skills

· Compliance and knowledge of logistics principles