ABOUT US:

FW Logistics is an experienced family-owned, high growth logistics service provide that is big enough to handle all the supply chain logistics needs while still being small enough to give a specialized service to our customers. Founded in 1949 with a focus on food-grade storage, we’ve spread our expertise over the next seventy years to include contract warehousing, dry storage, hazmat storage, temperature-controlled warehousing, and asset-based trucking services. The company and related parties operate or own 25 facilities and plan to grow organically or through M&A.

OUR CULTURE:

We treat our customers and associates equally, fairly, and respectfully. FW Logistics continually invests in the latest technology, increasing our efficiency and responsiveness to meet all our clients’ needs. By providing training and education to our workers, we can offer our customers the most skilled workforce available. We are a collaborative group, getting things done together, enjoying our collegial environment, and working together. Fit is critical to us. The associate joining FW should have that same mindset, a strong business mind, total accountability for deadlines, self-motivation, and energy while providing high customer service satisfaction.

OUR MISSION:

To responsibly provide cost-effective, integrated, reliable, and valuable supply chain logistics solutions to meet our client’s needs with a customer-centric mindset.

OUR VALUES:

Compassionate

Accountable

Adaptable

Results Driven

We act honestly and kindly; we respect each other, our community, and our customers while working hard to provide the best services to our stakeholders.

POSITION SUMMARY:

FW Logistics is an experienced logistic service provider that is big enough to handle supply chain logistics needs while still being small enough to give specialized service. We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Clamp Forklift Operator. The Clamp Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient use of the vehicle. The operator is also responsible for order selection, checking, inventory verification, tidiness loading and unloading of trucks as need dictates.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Always represent FW Logistics in a courteous and professional manner.
• Receiving: Unloads inbound shipments safely, scans and inspects goods then moves to storage location, efficiently stacking and recording locations. May require physical adjustment of load, re-stacking of product average 60lbs. boxes, occasionally heavier.
• Checking: Prior to product storage, counts all product, compares count to the drivers manifest and checks shipment for damage, infestation and production code dates or other items as specified. Reports all shortages, overages, damages and misplacements to immediate supervisor and appropriate parties.
• Order Picking: Pulls and prepares product for shipment (may require heavy lifting) ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped. Makes sure certain product comes from the proper locations and lot numbers agree to the picking documents and performs the picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
• Loading: Efficiently moves product from the staging area or storage areas into trailers.
• Equipment: Performs operations with a variety of material handling equipment maintain the facilities equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. Daily, inspects and verifies that equipment is operating properly at the start of the day’s activities. Advises the supervisor of problems encountered, reports damaged and broken/faulty equipment immediately, and operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
• Housekeeping: Recognizes a clean working environment is necessary. Helps maintain a clean and orderly workspace, remove wood, plastic, and other obstacles from the floor.
• Inventory: Keeps appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assists in physical inventories, ensuring the proper stock rotation by following lot number identification.
• Safety, Maintenance: Assists in maintaining the safety of all employees and assists with equipment and building maintenance by informing area Team Leader and/or Supervisor of any unsafe behaviors or conditions.
• Quality Control: Adheres to following standard operating procedures and processes while suggesting ideas for continuous improvement.

The preceding job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have high school diploma or GED
• 1 year of warehouse experience
• 1 year of industrial clamp forklift experience
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Able to bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach at or above shoulder level
• Able to work in a warehouse environment where temperatures fluctuate based on external and internal weather conditions.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Accountable – demonstrating individual accountability which results in collective success. This means never adopting a “That’s not my job!” attitude. Willing to do what needs to be done.
• Adaptable – able to demonstrate flexibility and agility to ensure customer and client needs are met.
• Results Driven – passion to create positive results that maximize sustainable profitability for our future success.
• Compassionate – able to base your work on the customer's need.
• Team Oriented - Able to establish positive working relationships.
• Computer literate, read numbers, and labels.
• Must be able to work overtime, days and/or evening and weekends as a customer demands require.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail in fast paced, ever changing environment.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
• Ability to use clamps.

YOUR TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE:

We offer a competitive compensation package, great benefits, and the opportunity to grow your skills and progress with us.

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Voluntary Term Life/AD&D
• 401(K) Plan with 4% employer contribution match.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Recognition Programs

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We promote support, thrive, and celebrate diversity, inclusion, and culture.

FW Logistics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.