Forklift Operator

Ingram Marine Group is looking for a Forklift Operator in the Ashland City, TN area. The Forklift Operator at the river terminal is responsible for safely and efficiently operating forklifts and other material handling equipment to load, unload, transport, and store cargo at the terminal. This role plays a critical part in maintaining smooth terminal operations, ensuring timely processing of goods, and adhering to safety protocols.

What you will be doing:

• Safely operate up to a 16k a forklift to move and stack cargo, containers, and goods in the terminal yard.

• Assist in the loading and unloading of cargo from vessels, trucks, and rail cars.

• Operate and maintain terminal equipment such as conveyors, and door gun, barge loader spout, and hard car probe at all terminal facilities.

• Ensure that cargo is properly secured and organized for transport or storage.

• Assist with opening and closing barge cover access doors, and/or removing and resetting barge cover tops.

• Monitor and communicate with barge drafter or crane operator.

• Monitor and communicate barge drafts loader or crane operator.

• Perform routine checks on equipment and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs.

• Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area, including dock areas, warehouse spaces, and cargo storage areas.

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and vessel crew members to ensure smooth operations.

• Assist with inventory, including tracking cargo and reporting discrepancies.

• Perform general labor tasks such as cleaning, sorting, and organizing goods, tools, and supplies.

• Cleaning product from pits, barge decks and barge covers, and other areas as necessary.

• Work in varying weather conditions and maintain physical stamina throughout shifts.

• Perform any other reasonable task as requested.