Forklift Operator

Job Title: MMS II- Forklift Operator -Physical Flows

Location: Dallas, TX - 3434 Altamoore Dr

Shift Information: 1^st shift – 7am - 3:30pm

Position Overview/Position Responsibilities:

Responsible for operating a forklift or other powered material handling equipment (MHE) to move and stock merchandise. Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties. Drives electric powered MHE equipped with lifting devices such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials. 

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year distribution/warehouse experience 
• Must have general computer knowledge (SAP experience a plus)
• Must meet OSHA and company requirements for L'Oreal forklift certification and MHE training and certification.
• Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 50lbs, walking frequently, stand for prolong periods of time and bend occasionally.

Nice to have: 

• Proficient in written English
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Preferred 2-3 years Distribution/Warehouse experience.

What’s In It For YOU:

• Safety-centric Environment with Inclusive Mindset & Culture 
• Competitive Pay + Profit Sharing 
• Pension Plan + 401K w/ Company Match 
• Flexible Time Off: 30 Paid Days Off a Year 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA) 
• Free & Discounted Products @ L'Oréal Company Store 
• Paid Parental Leave 

Working Conditions:

• This position requires an individual to constantly perform one and/or all of the following movements/functions:
• Handle, reach, feel, perform fine motor manipulations with their hands, and performing gross motor manipulations involved in changing pallets, manipulating forklift controls, climbing in and out of forklift
• Drive a forklift/trans-stacker up to 40 feet above ground;
• Operate a computer terminal
• Use hand held scanning devices
• Operate stretch wrap machines, pallet up-ender, and scales
• Have working knowledge of items produced and the system for their storage and shipment;
• Work independently and as a team member, make decisions, and use adequate organizational and time management skills
• Perform the physical demands listed in the “Physical Demands” section
• Communicate well with other employees and supervisors 
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety procedures
• Have visual/auditory acuity required to read packing slips/invoices/labels/computer screen and hear warning alarms
• Work flexible hours/shifts, including overtime
• Complete written and performance forklift certification tests
• Demonstrate good attendance

Additional Benefits: Shift Differential & Opportunity for Overtime, Growing business with opportunity for advancement, Vacation purchase plan, Learning & Development Opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Clean & Climate-controlled environment

Full Job Description below:

Job Title MMS ll 

Division: Consumer Product Division 

Location: Dallas, Texas 

Reports To: Supervisor – Physical Flows   

Who We Are: 

For more than a century, L’Oréal has devoted its energy, innovation, and scientific excellence solely to one business: Beauty. Our goal is to offer each and every person around the world the best of beauty in terms of quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity and responsibility to satisfy all beauty needs and desires in their infinite diversity. 

At L'Oréal Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L’Oréal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain. Come join our dynamic team!

What You Will Learn:

Responsible for operating a forklift or other powered material handling equipment (MHE) to move and stock merchandise. Accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties. Drives electric powered MHE equipped with lifting devices such as forklift, boom, scoop, lift beam and swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, or trailer hitch to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, or move products, equipment, or materials. 

Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must be able to obtain L'Oreal forklift certification which includes a written permit test and hands-on assessment.

• Performs on and off-site warehousing duties to include: the initial movement of materials to appropriate locations, effective space utilization, and material retrieval delivery, using powered industrial equipment as needed
• Performs order fulfillment duties to include reviewing and prioritizing available orders, determining stock requirements, and maintaining levels of required inventory, physically picking and packing orders, auditing and verifying picked orders, preparing completed orders for shipping, using SAP and RF as needed.
• Performs shipping duties to include Locating pallets to the dock, performing dock audits, verifying driver information, loading shipments on to trucks, properly filling out and signing BOL, tracking shipments, using SAP and RF as needed.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are consistently followed
• Must understand basics of Info-Link software.
• Must be a contributor to the L’Oréal safety culture but submitting 2 SIO’S monthly as well as participating in at least 1 Mesur every quarter.
• Performs sortation duties to include lifting cartons at sortation, palletizing cartons, printing pallet tickets, moving freight to the dock, using SAP and RF as needed.

Please note: This job description does not list all duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.

What We Are Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Must have general computer knowledge (SAP experience a plus)
• Must be able to work overtime (including weekends)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in written English
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Preferred 1-2 years Distribution/Warehouse experience

Physical Qualifications:

• Must be able to lift, pull and push up to 50lbs
• Walking frequently, stand for prolong periods of time and bend occasionally
• Must be able to be flexible to train in multiple areas. 

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L’Oréal’s Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning & Development Opportunities for Career Progression (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At L'Oréal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

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