✨ AI Summary
The Operator - Forklift is responsible for safely operating forklifts to load, unload, transport, and stack materials within the warehouse or production facility. Key responsibilities include performing daily pre-operation inspections, adhering to warehouse traffic rules, and ensuring materials are handled carefully to prevent damage. The role also involves assisting with receiving and dispatch activities, supporting inventory counts, and maintaining the cleanliness of the forklift and work area. Compliance with FIFO/FEFO procedures and coordination with warehouse supervisors are essential.
Requirements
Must possess a valid forklift operator license/certification as per local regulations. Knowledge of warehouse safety practices, ability to read labels and documents, good coordination, attention to detail, safe driving skills, basic communication, teamwork, and physical fitness are required. UAE forklift driving license is mandatory.
Description
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.