ISCO Occupation Group 8344.1 Forklift Operator
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Forklift Operator: Forklift operators are responsible for operating forklifts to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. They are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of forklifts. Moreover, they perform the filling of orders and check the accuracy of other orders.
Essential Skills
- Operate Package Processing Equipment
- Store Warehouse Goods With Precision
- Apply Company Policies
- Transfer Stock
- Conduct Forklift Inspections
- Operate Warehouse Materials
- Maintain Concentration For Long Periods
- Apply Techniques For Stacking Goods Into Containers
- Meet Picking Standards
- Prepare Shipments In Time
- Follow Verbal Instructions
- Operate Forklift
- Handle Dangerous Goods
- Follow Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health Procedures
- Follow Work Procedures
- Follow Given Instructions
- Estimate Distances
- Operate Radio Equipment
- Stack Empty Pallets
- Pick Orders For Dispatching
- Monitor Goods Movement
- Ensure Compliance With Environmental Legislation
- Stay Alert
- Weigh Materials
- Follow Signalling Instructions
- Carry Out Stock Rotation
- Work In A Logistics Team
- Match Goods With Appropriate Packaging According To Security Procedures
- Follow Stock Control Instructions
- Lift Heavy Weights
- Types Of Packaging Used In Industrial Shipments
- Maintain Warehouse Database
Optional Skills
- Monitor Vehicle Repairs
- Act Reliably
- Execute Vehicle Maintenance
- Use Telescopic Handlers
- Show Confidence
- Use Different Communication Channels
- Use Barcode Scanning Equipment
- Manage A Warehouse Management System
- Maintain Equipment
Alternative Names
- Forklift Driver
- Order Picker Driver
- Warehouse Forklift Driver
- Forklift Truck Operator
- Warehouse Forklift Operator
- Operator Of Forklift Trucks
- Warehouse Material Handler
