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Forklift Driver / Material Handler AForklift Driver / Material Handler is responsible for operating material handling equipment to receive, store, and distribute material, parts, and supplies, using wireless RF scanning equipment to direct disposition of materials. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment (forklift) to maneuver racks, containers, pallets and crates. Move, locate, relocate, load, unload and stack material in assigned area. Perform routine daily equipment inspections and document those inspections as required on all equipment and escalate issues. Gather finished orders for movement to outbound shipping area. Ensure product is labelled and free of damages, overages and shortages. Accurately complete all related paperwork. Adhere to quality and customer service standards set forth by the company. Observe and comply with all safety procedures and guidelines. Ensure that materials loaded to be transported are properly stacked and secure. Perform housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and removing scrap, pallets, cardboard, etc. Regular and reliable attendance at work. Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned based upon business needs. Perform all other duties as assigned. Participate in all TVS SCS quality excellence initiatives. Competencies Attention to detail. Communication proficiency. Technical capacity. Teamwork orientation. Decision making. Results-driven. High safety regard. Flexibility. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly sits on a powered forklift and is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The associate may occasionally be required to lift 51 pounds, anything greater than 51 pounds requires assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment This job is performed in a busy warehouse environment with high forklift traffic. Warehouses are subject to seasonal temperatures. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and vests are required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); one or all PPE may be required based upon the site requirements. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Full Time. Schedule flexibility for extended or unplanned work hours is required. Second Shift Position Travel No travel is required between locations. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED.Minimum two (2) years of experience operating a Sit Down/Stand Up Forklift and/or Reach Truck in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. OSHA-endorsed forklift certification or ability to become certified.Previous use of RF Scanning equipment and use of Warehouse Management system (WMS).Must be able to identify products through reading, interpreting, and scanning pallet information.Ability to understand instructions written in English. Preferred Qualifications Previous use of RF Scanning equipment and use Warehouse Management system.Knowledge of safety practices. Other Duties Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. TVS SCS NA is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture as an EEO employer. The TVS SCS NA team does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law within any employment practices. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to applicants; please contact (Hope Molyneaux, JMolyneaux@tvsscs.com) to request a reasonable accommodation. The employee selected for this role must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. TVS SCS NA complies with the CPRA: CALIFORNIA PRIVACY NOTICE

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