Job Description
Join Tampa Bay Logistics Group as a Senior Forklift Operator and become an essential part of our dynamic warehouse team! We're seeking safety-focused professionals to handle material movement with precision in our 24/7 distribution center. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in Tampa's thriving logistics sector. Immediate openings available!
Responsibilities
- Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move, load, and unload materials efficiently
- Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs
- Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems
- Adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols and company procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize warehouse operations
- Train junior staff on equipment operation and safety standards
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of recent forklift operation experience
- Valid OSHA forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Strong attention to detail and spatial awareness
- Basic computer literacy for inventory tracking systems
- Pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
- Flexibility to work weekends and overtime as needed