Forklift Operator
We are looking for a Forklift Operator to move, stack and load goods safely and precisely. You will inspect the truck before each shift and follow the traffic rules of the warehouse or plant.
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Responsibilities
Inspect the forklift at the start of the shift (brakes, steering, forks, lights, horn and battery or fuel level) and report any defects before using it.
Move pallets between receiving, racking, production and the shipping area.
Place and retrieve goods on racks at different heights, keeping the load centered and secure.
Load and unload trucks as directed and check that the load is stable.
Stay within the truck's load capacity and speed limits, follow floor markings and give pedestrians the right of way.
Charge the battery or refuel following the safe procedure for that type of truck.
Report damaged or poorly palletized goods and record the movements assigned to you.
Report incidents and near misses, and keep your work area clean and clear.
Requirements
Current forklift operator training and evaluation, as required by law and by the employer (in the U.S., under OSHA requirements).
Experience operating the type of truck used on site (counterbalance, electric or reach truck, among others).
Knowledge of safety rules for load handling and traffic in a warehouse or plant.
Good visual and spatial coordination to maneuver in narrow aisles and at height.
Medical fitness for the job, including good vision, as required by applicable local rules.
If you work carefully, follow procedures and put safety first, we'd like to meet you.
Interview Questions
What do you check before you start operating the forklift?
Look for specific checks (brakes, steering, forks, lights, horn, battery or fuel) and a firm answer that the candidate does not operate a truck with a safety defect.
Tell me about a near miss or a risky situation you saw in a warehouse. What did you do?
Look for stopping the maneuver, speaking up, and the situation being corrected or reported, without downplaying the risk.
A supervisor asks you to move a load that looks badly stacked or beyond the truck's capacity. What do you do?
Look for a refusal to move it until it is checked, a respectful explanation of the risk, and a proposal to restack it or use another truck.
How do you operate when pedestrians are nearby or visibility is poor?
Look for slowing down, using the horn and lights, following floor markings, and stopping if the path is not clear.
What types of forklifts have you worked with, and in what settings?
Look for specific truck types, rack heights, aisle widths and settings (warehouse, plant, yard), plus current training.
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