Warehouse/Forklift Operator

Reports to: Area Manager – Little Rock

Company/Entity Name: CalArk, Inc.

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas

Department: Warehouse Operations

Job Type: Full-Time/Hourly (Non-Exempt)

Salary Range: $15.00-$20.00/hour

Job Overview:

The Forklift Operator is a full-time position with typical hours on Monday-Friday from 6:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., as well as overtime when required. Saturdays are also required at times. The Forklift Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of products and materials.

This is a 100% in-person position based in Little Rock, AR.

Essential Functions:

• Operate various vehicles for storage or removal of materials
• Prepare products and materials for shipment
• Load, unload, and stage products and materials
• Track and record units of materials handled

This position is designated as “safety-sensitive” under Arkansas Act 593 of 2017, an amendment to the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment of 2016, meaning that a person performing this position under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety.

Requirements:

• Working safely is a top Company business objective. Each employee must comply with the safety policies andrules established by the Company or by federal, state, and local occupational health and safety laws.
• Regular and reliable physical attendance.
• Proficiently able to exchange information both verbally and in writing.
• Refrains from gossiping or other unprofessional conduct.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Complete daily tasks and projects unassisted or with minimal supervision.
• Works in accordance with Federal, State, and Local requirements.
• Constantly works vigilantly and safely.
• Effectively operates standard office equipment e.g., computer (software programs and email), telephone systems, calculators, and copiers.)
• Proficiently utilizes computer skills with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
• Must be able quickly learn and comprehend new software that may be used daily.
• Possesses the ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization, as well as external vendors, customers, and other business contacts.
• Ability to read materials and identify relevant details, judge accuracy, and appropriateness.
• Demonstrates and promotes a spirit of cooperation and teamwork throughout the company.
• Continually looks for ways to improve company processes.
• Effectively assists and serves other CalArk associates.
• Continually strives to improve personal performance.
• Takes an active role in seeking training or other opportunities for growth and development.
• Maintains and protects confidential personnel and/or corporate information.
• Possesses excellent problem-solving skills; ability to easily analyze, observe, and prioritize.
• Ability to seamlessly switch between multiple tasks in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to maneuver pallets/packages over 50 pounds with proper equipment.
• Works in accordance with Federal, State, and Local requirements.
• Ability to constantly work alertly and safely.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Forklift experience required.
• 3 - 5 years of Warehousing experience required.
• Experience in general labor, construction, or other related fields
• Familiarity with pallet jack, forklift, or other industrial vehicles
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Strong work ethic
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check & drug screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• CalArk pays a portion of employees’ health insurance.
• CalArk offers additional Voluntary Benefits including dental, vision, short-term disability, critical illness, cancer, accident, and life insurance.
• Six (6) paid holidays per year.
• Accrued PTO (Paid Time Off) after the first full month of employment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a CalArk match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The information contained in this Job Description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this Job Description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

CalArk is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic or factor protected by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Warehousing: 3 years (Required)
• Forklift: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person