Warehouse Forklift Operator

1 week ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Costco Wholesale Full time
Flexible schedule including weekend shifts - full-time commitment of at least 38 hours per week for Fresh Departments

Position Overview

The role involves transporting merchandise pallets using a stand-up electric forklift or electric pallet jack on the sales floor. Responsibilities include stacking items from partial pallets onto full pallets and securing them with plastic wrap. Ensures compliance with Costco's standards for pallet placement in steel. Supports the stocking of merchandise, maintains a clean sales floor, and verifies signage accuracy. Provides efficient and friendly service to members, staff, and suppliers while adhering to safety and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities


• Conducts daily safety inspections of the forklift

• Connects batteries to the charger as needed.

• Aids in compiling a drop list for merchandise arrangement in aisles

• Collaborates with floor managers to prioritize tasks and determine product placement

• Operates electric forklift and pallet jack to move merchandise

• Acts as a spotter to alert the forklift operator of potential hazards

• Wraps pallets in plastic and attaches appropriate merchandise tags

• Transfers items from partial pallets to full pallets

• Removes empty pallets from the sales area

• Rotates stock as required

• Ensures all pallets comply with Costco's standards

• Assists with product stocking

• Keeps the sales floor clear of debris

• Verifies the accuracy of merchandise signage

• Addresses any issues identified in the steel safety inspection checklist

• Labels unmarked merchandise with item numbers

• Adheres to merchandising and safety protocols

• Provides assistance in other warehouse departments as needed

• Delivers prompt and courteous service to members, employees, and suppliers.

Equipment Operation Skills

• Proficient in operating forklifts, electric pallet jacks, pallet jacks, battery chargers, computers, calculators, shrink wrap machines, pallets, labeling tools, cutters, brooms, and writing instruments.

Qualifications
Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent
Licenses/Certifications: Valid forklift operator's license
Experience/Skills: Experience in merchandising or related fields

• Strong attention to detail

• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Additional Requirements
* Successful candidates will be required to complete role-specific training within designated timeframes.



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