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JOB DESCRIPTION
A forklift operator drives powered industrial trucks to lift, move, and store materials. Their duties include loading and unloading goods, organizing warehouse space, and ensuring safety during material handling.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Warehouses, logistics centers, manufacturing plants
- Ports, rail terminals, construction sites
- Indoor and/or outdoor work
- Often shift-based, with mandatory protective equipment
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALITIES
Technical Skills:
- Operating various types of forklifts (electric, diesel, side-loader, telescopic)
- Reading warehouse documentation and work orders
- Basic forklift maintenance
- Knowledge of safety procedures
Personal Qualities:
- Responsibility and attention to detail
- Physical fitness and coordination
- Independence and punctuality
- Teamwork and communication
JOB CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Severe visual or hearing impairments
- Neurological disorders affecting coordination or focus
- Mental health conditions that impair decision-making under pressure
- Spinl or balance issues
- Health conditions that prevent handling heavy loads
KEY COMPETENCIES FOR THE JOB MARKET
- Safe and efficient forklift operation
- Warehouse organization and logistics support
- Compliance with safety standards and regulations
- Collaboration with colleagues and departments
- Flexibility to work shifts in dynamic environments