POSITION SUMMARY 

The Forklift Driver operates and maintains a sit-down forklift to load and unload pallets to and from trailers as well as move pallets to correct locations throughout the warehouse.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Reasonable Accommodations Statement 

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Essential Functions Statement(s) 

• Complete daily inspections of forklift using checklist.
• Ensure forklift is in safe operating condition.
• Refuel tanks,following procedures tochangeout propane tanksorchargeelectric tanks.
• Complete and confirmaccuracy of loadson paper or electronically,verifyingcountsof good and bad loads as well as being the last to inspect all trailer loads.
• Move pallets from one area to anotherin the warehouse.
• Ensure that allmaterialsthat are moved from one location to the next are properly accounted for and marked for proper documentation.
• Maintaina clean and orderlyworkenvironment at all times.
• Maintain safe workingconditions by following guidelines and procedures for handling all related equipment and material.
• Comply withallPropak policies and procedures, as well as federal and state safety rules.
• Assist in other areas of the warehouseas assigned to support and improve the overall team operations.
• Adjust as needed to new reporting relationships, work assignments, and work schedules to meet the company needs and business requirements.
• Attendance at work is an essential function of this job.
• Cooperate and work well with team members and management, maintaining clear and open communications at all times.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Competency Statement(s)  

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for one’s actions.
• Attendance – Ability to consistently attend work.
• Communication, Written/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.  
• Productivity – Ability to meet production goals.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Preferred 

Experience: 6+ months experience preferred.  

Computer Skills: May use computer for initiating trailer moves or electronic devices for inventory tracking.  

Certifications & Licenses: Must pass Propak's forklift certification test. 

Other Requirements:  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

N (Not Applicable)  Activity is not applicable to this position.  

O (Occasionally)  Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)  

F (Frequently)  Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)  

C (Constantly)  Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)  

Other Physical Requirements 

• Vision (near, far, color, peripheral, depth perception)
• Sense of Sound – ability to hear horns and other safety alarms
• Sense of Touch
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)–Steel-toe safety shoes and safety glasses

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently exposed to dust, cold weather, hot weather, and moderate noise levels.