Forklift Operator II

NFI Industries • Perry Township, PA

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator II operates material handling equipment in a warehouse to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The role requires safe, efficient operation of multiple types of forklift equipment and may include order-filler or order-checker duties as needed. Employees must spend at least 50% of their work time operating forklifts as a core job duty. The position also supports inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, shipment preparation, and product security while following established safety procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Preferred 2+ years of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment.
• Must qualify for and pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service skills.
• Basic math competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with established work practices and safety procedures.
• Follow equipment safety requirements and all applicable safety protocols.
• Complete and document required pre-operation equipment inspection forms.
• Stack and store merchandise in designated rack locations.
• Safely unload inbound shipments and transport products to assigned storage locations.
• Pull, stage, and prepare products for outbound shipment.
• Verify that the correct quantities and product types are loaded and shipped.
• Pick orders accurately and promptly while maintaining a customer-service focus.
• Move products from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintain documentation and reports supporting 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 resolving them.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED