Forklift Operator II

NFI Industries • DeSoto, TX

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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 operating multiple types of forklifts safely and efficiently 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 job duties. The position also supports inventory accuracy, product security, and outbound shipping while maintaining productivity and following established safety procedures.

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 two years of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with established work practices and safety procedures.
• Follow equipment safety protocols and complete and document required pre-operation inspections.
• 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 the correct quantity and product type for loads and shipments.
• Pick orders accurately, promptly, and with a customer-service focus.
• 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 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 required by the role and determined by management.

What This Job Offers

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