Warehouse Forklift Operator/Receiving (First Shift) - Novo : Job Details

The Forklift Operator will be responsible for moving products around the warehouse with ease and offloading the inbound trailers safely. The operator is responsible for ensuring tires on trailer are chalked, landing gear is down, and air locks are secured prior to offloading. Operators are responsible for receiving and labeling the product and placing it in the correct location. We are looking for a Forklift Operator for our Receiving Department on our First Shift at our Zeeland, MI warehouse. Schedule: M-F 5 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Pay: $19/hr. Essential Responsibilities

• Unload product from incoming trucks inspecting trailers, and product loads for damages and verify BOL corresponds with PO
• Communicate any discrepancies, product issues or safety issues with Supervisor
• Ensures all required paperwork is completed and counts are accurate for receiving product
• Make sure that product is moved and scanned using a radio frequency scanner to the correct location throughout the warehouse
• Ability to anticipate product flow and incoming loads to best utilize warehouse space
• Successfully passes Novo forklift training and operate a forklift following all safety requirements established
• Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Effectively perform all essential functions, including physical requirements
• Ability to move awkward product lengths and weights
• Experience with operating a forklift with a rate rating of 6,500 pounds
• Use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and company-approved tools while remaining aware of hazards and maintaining a safe work environment
• Basic math, interpersonal/team, and reasoning skills
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out written procedures and standard work instructions.
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Flexibility in scheduling - able to work overtime as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in distribution or manufacturing environment
• Experience operating a forklift primarily with product weights of 2500 lbs. or more
• Prior experience lifting wide loads, as long as 18 feet
• Minimum one year of experience operating a sit-down forklift
• High School Diploma or GED

Why Work with Us? We offer competitive wages, shift premiums, and benefits. Benefits include a clean work environment, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, employee assistance program, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 401k program with employer match. We have a dynamic culture with team members who are encouraged to contribute, change, and grow and are rewarded accordingly. If you're passionate about contributing to a great team, we would love to hear from you! For more details and benefits information, please visit our website at: www.novobp.com/careers ADENTRA and each of its flagship brands is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. As part of our hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing and background checks unless prohibited by state or local law. Come join our Zeeland Team! Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.