Lift Truck Operator

Company: WSI Supply Chain Solutions
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

We are hiring for a 1st shift (8:00AM-4:30PM), Chemical Lift Truck Operator (LTO) to provide safe and efficient material handling to support operations and achieve growth. This position reports to the facility manager and may occasionally require weekends, holidays, and overtime. Our competitive benefits, including shift differential and other corporate paid plans, will be of value to you!DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure all safety and standard operating procedures are followed while operating in the warehouseHandle and prepare HAZMAT for shipment in accordance with federal, state and local requirements/ordinancesSafely operate a lift truck while unloading trailers, containers, rail cars and placing product in storage locationsSafely operate a lift truck while picking orders to load onto trailers, containers, and railcarsUtilize all material handling technology to maximize efficiency and maintain effective inventory accuracyREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESReliable transportation to report to scheduled shiftBasic math, reading and writing skills for demonstrated accuracy in counting and completing paperworkCapacity to use technology equipment including Radio Frequency (RF) Scanners for managing inventoryPrevious knowledge or a desire to learn about the product being handledDemonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a teamAbility to follow instructions and follow through on assigned tasks and responsibilitiesAbility to communicate professionally, both verbally and writtenPREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMinimum 2 years of previous lift truck experience; loading and unloading trailers, containers, and railcarsMinimum 2 years of experience working in warehouse environmentExperience operating lift truck attachments such as forks, carton clamp, roll grab, and pulp clamp preferredPHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:Ability to sit for extended periods of time through hot and cold temperaturesAbility to repetitively twist or turn to drive in reverse; and stand, climb, kneel, stoop and squat, as neededAbility to turn steering wheel on lift truck requiring full rotation or arms and shouldersMust be willing and able to safely lift up to 60 poundsRequired to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms that are provided by the company

Keywords: WSI Supply Chain Solutions, Council Bluffs , Lift Truck Operator, Other , Council Bluffs, Iowa