Operator - Forklift

Job Description: Description of activities and key responsibilities of the function

• Operate forklifts and other industrial vehicles to transport materials around the warehouse or storage facility.

• Load and unload goods from trucks, trailers, or railcars.

• Stack and organize large quantities of goods in the correct storage warehouses, following inventory control instructions

• Inspect and perform maintenance on forklifts and other equipment.

• Follow safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe work environment.

• Keep accurate records of inventory movements.

• Communicate with warehouse staff and management to coordinate movements and storage.

• Inspect loads for stability and safety before moving them.

• Adhere to schedules and deadlines for shipping and receiving.

• Clean and maintain work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Obtain copy of production schedule and order and transport material or equipment to and from designated areas in the facility

• Move goods packed on pallets or in crates around the storage facility

• Checking loads are secure and in compliance with weight limits

• Perform daily equipment checks and basic preventive maintenance

• Remove machine attachments and waste material from machines

• Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards

• Perform other tasks which may be assigned from time to time.

• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself/herself and others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

• Cooperate with anything the employer does to comply with OHS requirements.

• Comply with HSE requirements communicated in HSE induction, Procedures, and policies.

• Lead as an example in front of workers by not violating any rules and correcting unsafe actions and conditions.

• Attend Group Safety Meetings, HSE Campaigns & committee meetings as and when required.

• Report unsafe acts and conditions to the HSE dept. using Intelex or booklets provided to you and monitor your targets and KPIs.

• Do not carry out any task if you are not trained or authorized to do so, and make sure the workers working under you are following the same.

• Participate in weekly or monthly HSE walkthroughs with your area HSE staff as per the plans

Educational Qualifications & Certifications:

• Secondary School or University degree in engineering, or administration

• Forklift certification recognized by OSHA

Relevant experience

• Proven experience as a forklift operator.

• Knowledge of various types of forklifts and their capacities.

• Understanding of warehouse data systems.

• Physical ability to handle heavy loads.

• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment.

• Excellent hand-eye coordination.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication skills.

Function specific experience

• At least 5 years of experience in the same role

Industry related experience

• 3 years pre-cast and civil construction

Years of experience

•  7 years of experience   

Others

Role Specific Competencies:

• Safe load handling
• Safety Procedures
• Routine Maintenance

Language skills

• Required: English