Forklift Operator

Overview: Murphy Logistics is looking for a skilled Forklift Operator to join our team in Ames, IA and contribute to our continued success! This position is responsible for operating a stand-up forklift for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise. Other responsibilities include accurate storing, shipping, and receiving of all products in care and custody of Murphy Logistics to meet Company standards of safety, security, and productivity. We're hiring for both day and night shifts, with each position following a rotating 12-hour schedule. Essential Functions: Operate assigned powered industrial trucks and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently. Unload inbound shipments safely and efficiently move product to storage locations. Stack and store merchandise in designated locations in accordance with company and customer requirements. Verify that inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality and quantity variances immediately to management. Pull, prepare and load products for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and product are shipped. Perform order picking in a timely and accurate manner to meet customer service standards. Move products between staging, storage, railcars, and trailers as required. Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using assigned material handling equipment. Maintain equipment, materials and work areas in a neat, clean, and orderly condition. Inspect assigned equipment daily and perform minor maintenance as appropriate. Keep appropriate records and reports to maintain inventory accuracy and security. Assist in physical inventories and ensure proper stock rotation. Support and abide by the Company’s Safety Program and all safety program initiatives, policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the position. Qualifications: Ability to read, count accurately, do simple math, and write legibly Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time Ability to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level and crouch on a frequent basis Ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important. Familiarity with materials handling is beneficial. Ability to handle stress that is involved in meeting deadlines due to tight scheduling requirements of our industry Must be able to lift the following amounts with corresponding frequencies: Up to 10 lbs. Continuously 11- 24 lbs. Continuously 25 – 34 lbs. Occasionally 35 – 50 lbs. Occasionally 51 – 74 lbs. Occasionally (2 people preferred) 75 – 100 lbs. Occasionally (2 people preferred) See our jobs page for more information: https://www.murphylogistics.com/about/careers/ Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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