About this Forklift Operator role at Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee · Onsite · Cockrill Bend-Salvage

Job Location

Cockrill Bend-Salvage

Job Summary:

The Forklift Operator will safely provide timely, efficient loading, unloading, and inventory movement services.

Job Description

Essential Functions

  • Loading, unloading, and movement of all materials for plant and warehouse operations that requires the use of the fork lift.
  • Checking the proper stacking, wrapping, and banding of any materials on skids to ensure its safe transport and storage.
  • Using safety when operating a fork lift and pallet jack and follow all safety procedures and policies.
  • Check incoming product for accuracy in wrapping and labeling as necessary.
  • Lifting of boxes and other materials up to 75 pounds.
  • Inspecting engine oil level and other fluid levels to ensure proper engine performance daily and completing a daily inspection sheet before operating a tow motor. 
  • Cleaning fork lift daily, especially dust from the radiator – this must be done daily.
  • Coordinating storage of materials with warehouse personnel.
  • Be knowledgeable of and comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, at all times.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Regular, reliable attendance, as defined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.
  • Other duties as assigned by management including unloading trailers by hand.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Skills:

Education

  • None.

Experience

  • No experience necessary.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and to work as a team member.
  • Ability to drive a fork lift safely and follow all safety regulations and policies.
  • Must have the ability to lift 75 pounds.
  • Must have knowledge of proper methods of lifting, pushing, and pulling materials.
  • Must be able to learn the techniques of the job from short demonstration up to and including one month.
  • Must be able to read and do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

Certifications and Licenses

  • Goodwill Fork lift certification is required.

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About Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee

Goodwill Industries of Middle Tennessee's mission is to change lives through education, training, and employment. Full-Time Benefits : Health and Prescription Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation, Holiday, & Sick Leave, Paid Bereavement Leave, Employee Assistance Program Part-Time Benefits : 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program

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