Forklift Operator Trainee, Sit-Down Counterbalance

Company overview

We make compressors, generators and power equipment sold through distributors worldwide. We started in 1915 and have grown to about 75,000 people.

This role opened up because a team member is relocating. This Forklift Operator Trainee, Sit-Down Counterbalance runs a reach truck in a racked warehouse with 30-foot high bays. Loading, unloading and putaway. On site, Arlington.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Scan pallets and confirm locations in the WMS.
• Charge or swap batteries and change propane tanks.
• Wrap, label and band pallets as needed.
• Load and unload trailers and containers.
• Help with cycle counts when the dock is slow.
• Check incoming freight for damage and count accuracy.
• Stage outbound orders by door and load sequence.

What you'll need

• 1+ years of forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution center.
• Basic computer and RF scanner skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and get on and off equipment all shift.

Benefits

Salary range: $14.50 - $16.00/hr

• Health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with 4% match.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Three weeks of PTO to start.
• Paid training.

Thornbury Industries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

This position requires a background check.

No recruitment agencies, please.

Start: Flexible.

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