Forklift Operator at SaroAfrica International Limited

Job Purpose

• Forklift is responsible for moving materials within the warehouse and the loading/unloading of materials to/ from vehicles manually and utilizing material handling equipment.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Follows standard warehouse practices and work instructions required to maintain high levels of inventory and location accuracy.
• To document and identify all discrepancies to the warehouse supervisor or team lead.
• Accurately complete routine documentation, such as pick sheets, manifests, and unload lists.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and efficiency in the execution of standard warehousing processes such as receiving, picking, packing, shipping, checking and loading orders/products.
• To participate in process-specific training and adheres to all work instructions and guidelines.
• Demonstrates and maintains a skill set capable of operating a variety of equipment used in a traditional warehouse environment. Examples include Pallet jacks and a variety of motorized material handling equipment such as forklifts, power jacks, and reach trucks.
• Follows all company safety, security, and housekeeping protocols. Respects; customers, company, property, and equipment
• Proactive in accident & incident prevention and able to complete reports promptly and accurately.

Education and Experience

• Candidate to have at least a Senior School certificate, OND, or at least a trade test certificate. 
• 2-4 year’s experience in similar role in a similar warehousing outfit.
• Certification operating a material handling equipment (MHE) is required (i.e., for Forklift or  lifting reach truck, dock stocker etc).
• Job Location: Along Lagos Ibadan expressway. Close to Magboro or Mount of Fire Church. Ogun state.
• Age Requirement: 28 - 35 Years.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Candidate must have at least a 1-year prior experience working as a Forklift Driver in a Factory, Warehouse or Distribution Centre.
• Excellent communicator in English (verbal and written).
• A good team player.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and an eye for safety.