Operator - Forklift

Key Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely in accordance with company policies and safety regulations.
• Load and unload materials from trucks, containers, and storage locations.
• Transport raw materials, finished goods, and pallets to designated areas.
• Stack and arrange materials properly to maximize storage space and prevent damage.
• Verify material quantities and product labels before moving goods.
• Assist with receiving and dispatch activities.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of the forklift (brakes, tires, forks, lights, horn, battery/fuel, hydraulics, etc.).
• Report equipment defects, accidents, or safety hazards immediately.
• Follow warehouse traffic rules, speed limits, and designated routes.
• Ensure materials are handled carefully to avoid product damage.
• Support inventory counts and stock movement as required.
• Maintain cleanliness of the forklift and work area.
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Follow FIFO/FEFO procedures where applicable.
• Coordinate with warehouse supervisors and other departments for efficient material movement.
• Complete forklift operation logs and material movement records accurately.

Safety Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift safety checks before operating the forklift.
• Never exceed the forklift's rated load capacity.
• Ensure loads are stable and securely positioned before transport.
• Sound the horn at blind corners and pedestrian crossings.
• Keep forks lowered while traveling without a load.
• Avoid carrying passengers unless the equipment is designed for it.
• Park the forklift safely with forks lowered, parking brake engaged, and power switched off.
• Report near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.

Required Skills

• Valid forklift operator license/certification (as per local regulations).
• Knowledge of warehouse safety practices.
• Ability to read labels, delivery documents, and inventory records.
• Good coordination, attention to detail, and safe driving skills.
• Basic communication and teamwork abilities.
• Physical fitness to work in warehouse and outdoor environments.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Zero safety violations and accidents.
• High accuracy in material handling.
• Timely completion of loading and unloading activities.
• Daily forklift inspection compliance.
• Efficient material movement with minimal downtime.