Forklift Operator II

NFI Industries • University Park, IL

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About The Position

The Forklift Operator II operates material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in a warehouse. The role involves safely and efficiently operating 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 part of their core duties. 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.
• Basic math competencies.
• Basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• More than 2 years 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.
• Apply a basic understanding of equipment safety and follow all 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 providing customer-focused service.
• 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 in accordance with 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: No Education Listed