A forklift operator's job description includes:
Moving goods: Using forklifts to move goods around warehouses and other industrial sites
Loading and unloading: Unloading deliveries and loading shipments ahead of schedule
Stacking: Stacking boxes for storage
Tracking: Tracking heavy materials
Filling orders: Filling orders
Interacting with customers: Interacting with customers in various settings
Counting and organizing inventory: Counting and organizing inventory
Some skills and qualifications for a forklift operator include:
Ability to read and understand packaging, shipping documents, and safety guidelines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to perform basic math
Excellent hand-eye coordination, peripheral vision, and ability with spatial relationships
Knowledge of safety guidelines
Ability to operate multiple types of forklifts