Req ID: 431090

　　Address: 375 Davis Lake Road Locust Grove, GA, 30248

　　Welcome to Love’s!

　　Where People are the Heart of Our Success

　　Forklift Operator

　　As a Forklift Operator you help drive the continued success of our Distribution Centers (DC) by working safely and efficiently to support all functions of the DC. As a Forklift Operator you perform tasks in a detailed manner including but not limited to, loading, and unloading, order picking and processing, driving heavy equipment including forklifts, and ensuring proper inventory levels are maintained throughout the DC.

　　As a Forklift Operator you have a responsibility for developing the skills necessary to work within te fast-paced and detailed environment. A successful Forklift Operator must have completed new hire training, completed forklift training, and obtained certification. A Forklift Operator performs various daily duties as assigned by the DC manager to ensure the demands of internal and external customers are met. Success in this role is measured in the technician’s ability to learn new skills, operate industrial equipment safely, provide excellent customer service, and promote an atmosphere of teamwork within the organization.

　　How You Will Fit In

　　Maintain a safe and clean facility and use safety first practices to remain accident-free

　　Use all safety related PPE such as gloves, safety glasses, and harnesses or seatbelts while driving equipment

　　Operate powered industrial equipment (Forklifts, Squeeze clamp, Man-up Order Selectors, and Floor Scrubbers) in a safe manner

　　Load, unload, pick, and put away product using a warehouse management system (WMS), including physically moving inventory items weighing over 75 pounds.

　　Responsible for meeting individual performance metrics and goals

　　Responsible for daily safety checks of equipment

　　Maintain integrity of products through proper handling and storage

　　Perform periodic inventory counts

　　Perform routine facilities maintenance and/or housekeeping tasks

　　Complete all required in person and or computer-based training

　　Maintain personal grooming and uniform standards

　　Maintain company attendance standards

　　Other tasks as assigned

　　Benefits That Can't Be Beat

　　Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans

　　Flexible Scheduling

　　Road to Success Program for career development

　　On-the-job training

　　Competitive pay (paid weekly)

　　Team Member bonus program

　　Holiday pay

　　401(k) with matching contributions

　　Pet Insurance

　　Parental Leave

　　Adoption Assistance

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Education and Experience

　　High School Diploma or GED preferred

　　Prior experience working in a distribution center/warehouse environment

　　Forklift certification

　　Typical Physical Demands

　　Ability to learn and operate all facility equipment including computers, forklifts, and powered industrial equipment.

　　Good verbal and written communication skills, perform basic arithmetic functions: add, subtract, multiply, and divide, time management skills, organization skills, can-do attitude, sense of urgency, and strong work ethic

　　Very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and working from elevated surfaces

　　Frequently lift and/or move over 75 pounds

　　Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator

　　Requires normal range of hearing and vision

　　BACKGROUND CHECKS

　　All offers of employment may be conditioned on receipt of a background check report and/or drug screen that is acceptable to Love’s.

　　Work Environment

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working within a fast-paced distribution center and tire retread plant environment where there may be wide temperature variations depending on weather conditions. While performing duties, the employee is frequently exposed to dirt, dust, rubber smells and debris, cleaning solutions as well as powered material handling equipment and commercial truck traffic.

　　Diversity Statement

　　From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. To sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation.

　　Grow Far with Love's

　　As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each of our people has success is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and challenging work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you are looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success!

　　Love’s has been fueling customers’ journeys since 1964. Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe. The company’s core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Love’s continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities Love’s serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company’s award-winning culture.

　　The Love’s Family of Companies includes:

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