Forklift Driver in Linden, New Jersey at Unilode Aviation Solutions

The Forklift Driver is responsible for operating powered industrial trucks to safely transport, move, and stack ULDs, pallets, and other materials within Unilode’s facilities. This role ensures accurate storage, loading, and unloading while maintaining compliance with safety, security, and operational procedures to support warehouse and station efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Safe and Efficient Forklift Operations

Customer Focus, Collaborate

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stack pallets and ULDs.
• Ensure safe and efficient material handling, following prescribed work methods and safety regulations.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections and report any maintenance or repair needs.

Facility Maintenance and Housekeeping

Courage, Collaborate

• Maintain the facility’s equipment and storage areas in a neat, clean, and organized manner.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse organization and safety procedures.
• Assist with disposal of packaging materials, pallets, and general housekeeping tasks.

Support Warehouse and Station Operations

Ensure Accountability, Drive Results

• Accurately track inventory movement and assist with stock counting when required.
• Handle manual ULD and container movements when necessary to support operational needs.
• Support other operational activities as required to ensure smooth logistics flow.

Our Values in Action:

• Be Humble and Curious – Seek ways to improve warehouse operations and forklift efficiency.
• Inspire, Empower, and Prosper – Work collaboratively to enhance station logistics.
• Take Ownership and Get Stuff Done – Ensure safe, accurate, and timely material handling.
• Build a Better Future – Maintain a well-organized and compliant warehouse environment.
• Team Up to Be Better – Support colleagues and operations teams in daily activities.
• Be Passionate About Our Customers – Deliver efficient handling of ULDs and materials.
• Be Eager to Win – Strive for excellence in warehouse logistics and forklift operations.

The Small Print:

This role requires physical activity, including lifting, pulling, and pushing heavy loads. Shift flexibility may be required to accommodate operational demands, including evenings and weekends. Strict adherence to health, safety, and security regulations is mandatory.

This is an overview of the role’s scope and its alignment with Unilode’s competencies and values. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities but serves as a guide to the key expectations and contributions of the position. Flexibility may be required to adapt to business needs

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Valid forklift license with at least one year of experience in a logistics or warehouse setting.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, freight handling, and inventory procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with a flexible attitude.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or warehouse management systems is an advantage.

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As part of our commitment in creating a fair, efficient, and consistent hiring process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) to help our recruiting teams organize, summarize, and analyze information provided by candidates, including resumes, application responses, and other materials submitted during the application process.AI may be used to identify patterns, highlight relevant skills, and experience, and assist in comparing a candidate’s qualifications with the requirement of a specific role. These tools are to improve efficiency and consistency while supporting more informed hiring decisions, which will ultimately be made by the hiring team.