Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • WAI Global
  • Southaven, MS, 38671

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Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for accurately storing product delivered to the distribution center in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Examine contents and compare with records to verify accuracy
  • Deliver or route materials to stock the warehouse shelves, using work devices, such as Reach Truck forklift and laptop computer.
  • Assist with the receiving and unloading of goods to the receiving dock or proper staging area
  • Operate reach truck forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment in a professional and safe manner
  • Assist in keeping warehouses clean and organized on a daily basis
  • Observe and abide by all company policies and safety regulations
  • Records and checks quantity and quality of good received
  • Assists in other departments as needed
  • Wears personal protective Equipment as necessary for the job
  • Other duties as assigned based on business needs or management’s request

QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, & Skills required)

Education - High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills and Ability - Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Must be able to safetly operate a Reach Truck.

Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Must be able to recognize similarities and difference between words and between series of numbers.

Walking, Reaching and Handling - Must be able to stand and walk 60% of the time, lift up to 40 pounds normal, up to 70 pounds less than 10% of the time.

Work Environment - This position operates in a warehouse environment, using standard equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, and forklift equipment.

No Phone Calls, please.


Company Description:

Innovation and creativity are the forces that drive WAI’s success. Since its founding, WAI has worked relentlessly to meet the ever-changing needs of its customers in the automotive, heavy duty, agricultural & industrial, and power sports aftermarket. This includes an unwavering commitment to be “first-to-market” with the latest model products available. As a leading manufacturer, sourcing, and distribution/logistics company, WAI offers its customers ready access to an extensive range of products including:

  • 100% new alternators, starters and their components
  • Voltage regulators, rectifiers, solenoids, starter drives & test equipment.
  • 100% new ignition distributors.
  • Ignition modules and coils.
  • Manifold Air Pressure (MAP) and Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors.
  • 100% new wiper motors.
  • Engine management components.
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