Forklift Operator

STAR NOVA US LLC Forklift Operator / Warehouse Material Handler Location: South Bend, Indiana Department: Warehouse Operations Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor or designated manager Schedule and pay: To be confirmed Position Summary Star Nova US LLC is seeking a safety-focused Forklift Operator to support warehouse operations involving manufactured shelving, racking, and related materials for data center projects. This position is responsible for moving, receiving, storing, and preparing materials accurately while protecting employees, equipment, and products. Key Responsibilities  Safely operate assigned forklifts and other authorized material-handling equipment.  Load and unload trucks and move shelving, racking components, pallets, and other materials to designated areas.  Follow equipment load limits and approved procedures for long, heavy, or irregularly shaped loads.  Inspect incoming materials for damage, verify quantities against receiving documents, and report discrepancies.  Place materials in assigned storage locations and maintain accurate inventory records using the warehouse’s tracking system.  Pick, stage, and prepare materials for outbound shipments according to orders and supervisor instructions.  Complete required equipment inspections before use. Report defects and do not operate unsafe equipment.  Follow pedestrian-safety rules, warehouse traffic routes, dock procedures, and required personal protective equipment practices.  Keep aisles, emergency exits, loading areas, and workstations clear and orderly.  Report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and product damage promptly.  Assist with cycle counts, labeling, packaging, and other related warehouse duties within assigned training and authorization.  Maintain dependable attendance, communicate effectively with the team, and accurately record time worked. Qualifications  Previous forklift operation and warehouse experience preferred.  Experience handling shelving, racking, metal components, or oversized materials preferred.  Ability to read work orders, identify material labels, count quantities accurately, and follow safety instructions.  Attention to detail, good judgment, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.  Must complete the required equipment- and workplace-specific training, practical evaluation, and authorization before operating independently. Prior forklift certification does not replace the required evaluation. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Work takes place in an active warehouse and loading area around moving equipment and stored materials. Duties may involve sitting while operating equipment, walking, standing, bending, reaching, and entering or exiting the forklift. Material handling must use appropriate equipment or team assistance when needed. Essential duties must be performed safely, with or without reasonable accommodation. Performance Expectations Success in this role means safe equipment operation, accurate material handling and inventory records, timely completion of assigned work, prompt reporting of concerns, and care for company equipment and customer materials. Equal Employment Opportunity Star Nova US LLC provides equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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