Forklift Operator I

NFI Industries•Kutztown, PA

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I operates material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within a warehouse. The role focuses on safe and efficient equipment use and may include order-filling or order-checking duties as needed. The Operator maintains productivity and accuracy while following safety procedures and supporting inventory accuracy and product security.

Requirements

Must qualify for and pass NFI forklift certification.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies.
Basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Six months of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following established work practices and safety procedures.
Follow equipment safety protocols and complete and document required pre-operation inspection forms.
Stack and store merchandise in designated areas using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
Unload inbound shipments safely and move products to storage locations.
Pull and prepare products for shipment according to customer and operational requirements.
Verify the correct quantity and product type are loaded and shipped.
Perform accurate, timely, customer-service-focused order picking.
Move products from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads.
Maintain documentation and reports that support inventory accuracy and product security.
Assist with physical inventory and periodic cycle counts as directed.
Rotate inventory according to company standards.
Identify and report inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participate in their resolution.
Use RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management.
Promptly report safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management.
Use basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management.