Heavy Equiptment Forklift Driver

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Join the team as our new Heavy Equipment Forklift Driver!
Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring
Odyssey Metals Intermodal, is the leading intermodal distribution company in the metals industry. Through our strategic network of transload facilities, we design global, customized metals distribution programs.
Based in vibrant Memphis, TN, Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us!
Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers
About the Job:
The position of the Heavy Equipment Forklift Driver will have primary responsibility to safely perform tasks that are involved in the shipping and receiving process including moving of material by forklift of incoming metal product including: Bars, Coils, Bar Rods, Sheets, Plates and other product form.
In This Role, You Will:

• Ensure safe working conditions and adherence to OSHA regulations in Ensure safe working conditions and adherence to OSHA regulations in performance of all job functions.
• Operate all machinery and tools including nail gun in a safe manner.
• Operate all assigned forklifts including but not limited to: 55,000 lbs., 52,000 lbs., 36,000 lbs., 15, 000 lbs., 8,500 lbs.
• Will primarily be responsible for operating “heavy” forklift (52,000 lbs. or 55,000 lbs.)
• Following company guidelines and procedures for the safe loading and unloading of material.
• Perform proper pre-trip inspection on forklift at the beginning of each shift and be able to change propane tanks as needed.
• Unload “Load- Roll- Pallets” (LRP’s) from 20’, 40’, 48’, 53’ ocean containers and stack empty LRP’s in designated areas for preparation for shipment.
• Unload metals material from inbound containers.
• Inspect all inbound metals material for damages utilizing the 13 point CMI Receiving Report inspection process.
• Load empty containers on Chassis’ for termination.
• Unload metals material from inbound carriers.
• Move metals material to designated areas instructed by the Warehouse Manager.
• Load assigned metals material on trucks for delivery to customers and verify proper paperwork matches.
• Verify metals material is secured properly on truck for customer delivery
• Unload and Load 20’ and 40’ ocean containers that are imported or exported
• Verify metals material loaded into Ocean Containers for export is secured properly.
• Load and verify that all eastbound metals material on company LRPs are loaded and secured properly.
• Complete all and necessary paperwork and turn into the Shipping/Receiving office.
• Communicate any incidents, accidents, damages, claims, mechanical or material issues to management immediately.
• Wear all proper safety attire (steel –toed boots, gloves, long sleeved shirts and full length cotton pants, safety glasses and any other safety attire that is assigned by the floor supervisor) and ensure proper personal protective equipment is in good repair and worn in accordance with OSHA regulations and company policy.
• Maintain constant communication Shipping/Receiving office.
• Participate in training temporary staff.
• Keep warehouse floors clean and safe at all times.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AND PROJECTS AS ASSIGNED.

Qualifications:
We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!
Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with 52,000 lbs. or 55,000 lb. forklift strongly preferred
• Familiarity or experience with logistics, metal, transportation, intermodal, and warehousing industries preferred
• Able to operate forklift with capacity up to 55,000 lbs., “down ender” coil flipper, pneumatic nailers (nail gun), tensioner and power saws

Location:
This is an in-office role based in Memphis, TN.
Odyssey does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.