Reports to: Production Supervisor

Department: Production

Job Summary:

A Forklift Operator is responsible for handling material/stock around a warehouse using a forklift or other types of loading devices. Operates forklifts, winches , and other devices, loading and unloading equipment, and storing or relocating materials within the warehouse or factory.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Unloading materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stacking them to assigned places
• Locating and moving stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment
• Operate forklift to transport materials inside the factory or transportation vehicles.
• Move small machineries and equipments with care and safety
• Load, unload, pack, and unpack materials.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities
• Operate a forklift, winch, or other machinery used for transporting or shipping materials.
• Carefully handle and dispose of hazardous waste materials whenever necessary.
• Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Job Requirements

Competencies:

• Proven experience as forklift operator
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Attention to detail

Qualification Required: Valid certification to operate forklifts

Experience: 3 – 4 years of experience in factory as forklift operator

Languages Required: Amharic and Oromiffa