Forklift Operator / Quality & Inventory Control

Paladin Envirotech•Phoenix, AZ

5d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Paladin Envirotech is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Forklift Operator / Quality & Inventory Control Specialist to support daily warehouse and production operations. The role combines safe operation of forklifts and other material-handling equipment with inventory control, product tracking, organization, and accurate recordkeeping. The position helps ensure materials are properly received, stored, tracked, moved, and accounted for throughout the facility. The role works with warehouse, production, receiving, shipping, and management teams to maintain accurate inventory levels and support operational needs. Candidates should have forklift experience, strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to balance physical warehouse tasks with inventory-related responsibilities. The work takes place in a warehouse and production environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.

Requirements

Ability to safely operate a forklift in a busy warehouse or production environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory management systems.
Ability to read and understand inventory labels, shipping documents, and work instructions.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and other departments.
Dependable attendance and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform physical tasks throughout the workday.
Ability to safely lift and move materials as required by the position.
Ability to frequently enter and exit forklift equipment.
Ability to work in a warehouse and production environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift operating experience.
Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or inventory control experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move, load, unload, and stage materials throughout the facility.
Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks, handling materials safely and efficiently.
Move materials to designated warehouse, production, staging, and shipping areas.
Assist with receiving materials and verifying quantities against shipping or receiving documentation.
Identify, label, and track inventory throughout the facility.
Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and physical inventories.
Investigate and report inventory discrepancies and help correct inventory records.
Ensure materials are stored in proper locations and inventory areas remain organized and clearly identified.
Enter or update inventory information in the company's inventory system.
Coordinate with warehouse, production, receiving, shipping, and management teams to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Stage materials and products based on production, shipping, or operational needs.
Help locate missing or misplaced inventory.
Monitor inventory movement and communicate shortages, overages, or discrepancies to management.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse and work environment.
Complete daily forklift inspections and report equipment damage or maintenance concerns.
Follow company safety procedures, warehouse policies, and forklift operating requirements.
Assist with other warehouse, production, receiving, or shipping duties as needed.