Forklift Operator

About the role

This role involves monitoring and operating forklifts for the safe and efficient movement of materials, products, containers, drums, IBCs, and other warehouse items. You will ensure safe and proper operation of forklifts in accordance with company safety procedures, conduct daily inspections, and manage the loading and unloading of incoming and outgoing trucks and ISO tanks.

Key responsibilities

• Monitors and operates forklifts for the safe and efficient movement of materials, products, containers, drums, IBCs, and other warehouse items
• Conducts daily inspection and basic checks of the forklift before operation and reports any defects, damage, or safety concerns to the immediate supervisor
• Loads and unloads incoming and outgoing trucks and ISO tanks using the forklift, as required
• Transfers and positions materials such as IBCs, drums, carboys, tanks, and other containers in their designated storage areas
• Loads products into ISO tanks, IBCs, drums, and other designated containers based on the schedule or instructions provided by the Logistics Assistant
• Ensures that materials and containers are properly positioned, stacked, and arranged according to company standards and applicable SOPs
• Ensures proper handling of materials to prevent damage, spillage, or contamination during loading, unloading, and transfer activities
• Checks and ensures that drums, IBCs, and other containers are properly labeled and have the required stickers before storage or delivery
• Maintains cleanliness and proper housekeeping within the assigned work area and ensures the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Immediately reports unsafe conditions, incidents, equipment defects, and other safety concerns to the immediate supervisor

About you

• Must ensure that health and safety rules and procedures are strictly followed during every shift
• Must comply with and implement all Company policies, including the Company Code of Conduct and Discipline and Safety Procedures
• Must follow all applicable safety procedures while operating the forklift and handling materials