Forklift Operator

This position primarily consists of picking individual cartons for outbound orders via Powered Vehicles at elevations.

Essential Functions:

· Ability to operate a Reach Lift and/or Order Picker Powered Vehicle

· Operate WMS/WMI RF Scanners

· Load, transport, and deliver materials and supplies on pallets to production areas via powered industrial trucks

· Pull cases of product from bulk for Outbound daily usage

· Communicate production problems to appropriate personnel

· Must be able to work safely around moving equipment and conveyors

· Must be able to stand/walk on concrete floors

· Must be able to read and comprehend a basic order form and be able to communicate well with others

· Work in non-climatically controlled environment throughout the year

Other Responsibilities

· Sort, lift and stack boxes as well as finished product correctly onto pallets

· Safely operates various types of equipment to include but not limited to i.e., box knives, tape guns, electronic handheld devices, RF scanners, etc.

· Safely operates machinery to include but not limited to conveyors, tapers, labeler, palletizer and bailers

· Collects and properly disposes of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping; maintains a safe and clean work environment

· Load boxes onto pallets from bulk storage locations

· Must meet or exceed departmental standards for production, quality, and accuracy

· Assist with various Material Handling duties

· May work in different areas (departments) in Operations based on business needs

· Adheres to facility hours to include overtime and weekends

· Maintains positive and respectful attitude while working independently and in a team environment

· Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to lift/load up to 70 lbs.

· Must be able to work in high elevations with the use of Personal Protective Equipment as required (350 lbs max w/e)

· Must be able to wear steel toe shoes when operating a powered industrial vehicle. Shoes must meet ANSI Z41.1991, ASTM F 2412-05, 2413-05 standard

Qualifications:

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· Must possess a valid driver’s license

· Must have previous forklift experience

Scholastic, the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books and a leader in educational technology, creates quality educational and entertaining materials and products for use in school and at home, including children's books, magazines, technology-based products, teacher materials, television programming, film, videos and toys.

Scholastic's National Service Organization (NSO) is responsible for all of Scholastic's distribution operations. NSO provides customer service, warehousing, packaging, order fulfillment and accounts receivable functions for most of Scholastic's businesses. These operations are responsible for getting all books and products from here to there and are conducted in state-of-the-art facilities located in Jefferson City, Missouri and Sanford Florida.