Forklift Driver Full Time at BJ's Wholesale Club

Vineland, New Jersey, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, WholesaleIndustries

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
Prior forklift operating experience preferred, but not required
Must successfully complete required training and certification processes
Ability to stand and move continuously on hard surfaces most of the time
Ability to frequently position oneself to examine/scan merchandise, including bending, climbing, crawling, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping
Ability to frequently lift objects up to 30 pounds
Ability to lift and move heavy/awkward objects over 30 pounds with assistance

Responsibilities

Operates a forklift in a safe and efficient manner. Inspects forklifts prior to use and follows established safety standards
Loads and unloads merchandise and materials to and from delivery trucks. Inspects and prepares delivery trucks for unloading. Accurately receives all merchandise and materials delivered to the club
Lifts, reserves, and drops pallets of merchandise to and from the overhead steel and the sales floor. Prepares pallets for safe reserving by wrapping, strapping, stacking, labeling, and correcting broken pallets
Transports merchandise, material, and pallets safely throughout the club. Utilizes a pallet jack as needed
Stocks, rotates, and stores general merchandise and food merchandise. Ensures that merchandise is fully stocked. Handles damaged and spoiled merchandise in accordance with company policies and procedures
Ensures the club is neat, clean, and organized. Performs general maintenance duties including removing trash and cardboard from the club
Participates in daily club openings and closings. Returns merchandise back to the sales floor
Greets all Members. Provides Members with prompt and courteous service and assistance. Assists Members in locating merchandise
Maintains all club policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned and works in other departments as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Forklift OperationMerchandise TransportLoading and UnloadingPallet PreparationInventory InspectionGeneral MaintenanceSafety Procedures

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered to forklift drivers at BJ's Wholesale Club?

Benefits include weekly pay, free BJ’s memberships, generous paid time off, flexible health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and an employee stock purchase plan at a 15% discount. Eligibility requirements vary by position.

Is this forklift driver position full-time or part-time?

The position is full-time.

What are the main responsibilities of the forklift driver role?

Responsibilities include operating a forklift safely, loading and unloading trucks, inspecting and receiving merchandise, preparing and transporting pallets, stocking merchandise, and maintaining a clean club environment.

What is the company culture like at BJ's Wholesale Club?

BJ’s is powered by over 30,000 team members who make a real impact, built on purpose and opportunity, with team members at the heart of everything and a focus on growth together.

What skills or experience are needed for the forklift driver position?

Candidates need to operate forklifts safely and efficiently, inspect equipment, handle loading/unloading, transport pallets, stock merchandise, and follow safety and maintenance procedures.