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McNichols Company

Shipping and Forklift Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$16 - $18.75/hr

Shipping And Forklift Operator With distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and ... Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus * Ability to stand ...

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Houston, TX

$18 - $20/hr

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Forklift Operator

Louisville, KY · On-site

$15.25 - $17.75/hr

We have a proven track record of working side by side with our customers to create solutions that ... Load trucks * Move product to create space for inventory * Operate hand held scanner to pull ...

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Forklift Operator | 2nd Shift

Houston, TX

$18 - $20/hr

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TREO STAFFING LLC

Forklift Operator

Hammond, LA · On-site

$13 - $15.50/hr

Raymond Forklift Operator TREO Staffing is currently seeking Raymond Forklift Operators. This is a specialized forklift that moves front to back and side to side. Please apply with resume for ...

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Forklift Operator - Load Builder

Kamas, UT · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

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Crown Staffing LLC

Forklift Operator

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$17/hr

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Forklift operator

Naperville, IL

$17 - $20/hr

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Forklift operator

Aurora, IL

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

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Plainfield, IL

$16.75 - $19.50/hr

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Elgin, IL

$17 - $20/hr

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Aurora, IL

$17 - $20/hr

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Mooseheart, IL

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

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Shipping and Forklift Operator

Columbus, OH • On-site

McNichols Company
Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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$16 - $18.75/hr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Shipping And Forklift Operator

With distribution centers nationwide, McNICHOLS is the leading and trusted supplier of metal products including perforated, grating, mesh, expanded, and designer metals. Our products are used in applications all around you, helping to shape architectural designs, entertainment venues, and more. Family-founded and customer obsessed, we have a purpose driven team inspired to support our customers in building America.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Shipping and Forklift Operator to join our team. The Shipping and Forklift Operator is responsible for performing warehouse functions including shipping, receiving, picking inventory and wrapping/crating orders according to detailed order and quality requirements. All uniforms, steel toed boots, and safety equipment is provided in a clean, safe work environment. We also offer an excellent training program, skill based pay, and great opportunities for career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Pack and ship customer orders.
  • Accurately receive incoming material to maintain inventory integrity.
  • Safely operate forklifts and other lift equipment, handle material and load and unload LTL carriers.
  • Organize material pulls for orders to maintain an efficient workflow.
  • Process incoming material including inspecting and receiving POs, interbranch and vendor material, customer returns and damaged freight.
  • Provide excellent customer service; answer phone, direct walk up customers to sales, and answer questions.
  • Assure timely shipment of orders and communicate issues.
  • Maintain high quality standards by following standardized procedures and processes.
  • Follow required safety and quality procedures.
  • Order and maintain proper shipping and packing supplies including skids, strapping and labels.
  • Properly tag and hold incoming LTL material or returned orders in preparation for receiving
  • Call carriers to arrange order pickups.
  • Use power tools such as chop saw, banders and packaging machines
  • Maintain equipment by following routine preventative maintenance requirements

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Intermediate computer knowledge; capable of using inventory systems and RF scanners
  • Experience with UPS Worldship and Fed Ex shipping programs preferred
  • Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift material up to 50 pounds, and perform other physical tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment
  • Excellent communications skills both verbal and written
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Must be able to work overtime as required

At McNICHOLS we reward our team with great health and wellness benefits, generous 401k matching, 15 days of PTO, as well as 100% company paid life insurance, disability, wellness, and financial health benefits.

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