Forklift Driver
AerotekJob Title: Forklift Driver
Job Description
The Forklift Driver safely handles, transports, and prepares hazardous materials for shipment within a warehouse environment. This role focuses on operating forklifts and related attachments to load, unload, and store products from trailers, containers, and railcars, while strictly adhering to OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations and all established safety pr
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Responsibilities
• Safely operate forklifts to unload trailers, containers, and railcars and place products into designated storage locations.
• Safely operate forklifts to pick orders and load products onto trailers, containers, and railcars for outbound shipments.
• Handle and prepare hazardous materials (HAZMAT) for shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Operate various lift truck attachments, such as forks, carton clamp, roll grab, and pulp clamp, to move different types of materials when required.
• Perform routine safety checks and pre-operation inspections on forklifts to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Follow strict safety procedures at all times and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 60 pounds in a safe and controlled manner.
• Maintain accurate records of material movement, storage locations, and safety inspections.
• Use RF scanners and other inventory tools to track, pick, and verify materials for shipping and receiving.
• Assist with inventory management, including proper labeling, storage, and handling of hazardous materials.
• Identify and immediately report any spills, leaks, damage, or unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Collaborate with safety officers and warehouse supervisors to ensure compliance with all safety standards and procedures.
• Participate in regular safety training sessions and emergency response drills related to hazardous materials handling.
• Support general materials handling, shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations as needed.
Essential Skills
• 35 years of forklift driving experience in a warehouse or similar environment.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a warehouse setting, including loading and unloading trailers, containers, and railcars.
• Proven ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Experience handling and preparing hazardous materials (HAZMAT) for shipment in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
• Ability to operate lift truck attachments such as forks, carton clamp, roll grab, and pulp clamp (preferred but strongly beneficial).
• Strong understanding of safety procedures related to hazardous materials handling and warehouse operations.
• Ability and willingness to safely lift up to 60 pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience with materials handling, shipping and receiving, and inventory processes.
• Ability to use RF scanners and related warehouse technology for picking, loading, and inventory tracking.
• Commitment to wearing required PPE and uniforms and following all safety guidelines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations related to hazardous materials handling and transportation.
• Experience working inside and outside in a warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with HAZWOPER practices or training related to hazardous waste operations and emergency response.
• Attention to detail for accurate record-keeping, labeling, and documentation of hazardous materials.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with safety officers, supervisors, and team members.
• Reliability and accountability in reporting spills, leaks, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing safety training and emergency response drills.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from competitive wages, shift premiums, weekly paychecks, and clear opportunities for advancement. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, and flexi