Forklift Operator

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate lifting devices, e.g. forklifts, hoists, elevating platforms, lift beams and swivel hooks.

• Confirm inventory transactions are complete.

• Manually load and unload materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, and lifting devices.

• Put away received materials to proper storage locations.

• Ability to readily determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do a job.

• Accurately ship and receive product.

• May perform other activities such as assisting in taking inventory and weighing/checking materials.

• Support inventory control with accurate documentation.

• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and auxiliary equipment.

• Accurately weigh and document materials.

• Participate in clean-up of yard and facility.

• Perform all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations and Code.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a forklift operator in a warehouse/shipping environment with a valid forklift operator license.

• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.

• Ability to work independently.

• Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

• Knowledge of safe lifting and handling techniques.

• Must be able to carry and move equipment and/or supplies in excess of 40 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Exercise caution, as the environment presents many naturally occurring hazards.

• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).

• Employee may be exposed to uncomfortable work settings such as cold or hot weather outdoors; may have combinations of standing, crouching, or sitting throughout the day.

• Fast-paced environment.

• Overtime as required.

Contacts

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team, the Inventory and Materials Supervisors, and Production and Plant Management.