Forklift Operator

XMG•Garden City, GA

27d•$0 - $21

About The Position

Xpedient is a full-service third-party logistics provider supporting clients with warehousing, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment, and labor needs. The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial equipment, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts with fork or clamp attachments, to handle pallets and cases, pick and stage orders, put away pallets, and perform other general forklift work. The role requires safe, efficient operation in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Operators handle inbound shipments and storage, prepare accurate orders for shipment, maintain inventory records, report quality variances, and keep equipment and the warehouse orderly. The position also includes equipment inspections, physical inventory assistance, stock rotation, and compliance with applicable safety and operating standards.

Requirements

At least 6 months of forklift and warehouse experience.
Ability to pass a Forklift Driving Skills test.
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Must be 18 years or older.
Ability to lift cases weighing 20–45 pounds repeatedly throughout a long work period.
Ability to work in a high-speed manufacturing environment that is team-oriented, deadline-driven, and fast-paced, with high performance demands.
Ability to drive a forklift, including driving forward and backward, lifting and lowering the boom, and maneuvering in tight areas without damaging products.
Ability to work with racking systems and load and unload pallets, including placing pallets on and off vertical product racks and trucks and stacking products vertically to maximize storage.
Ability to work according to operating standards, including OSHA requirements for speeds, signaling, and product placement.
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions and code applicable documents.
Ability to perform all required tasks efficiently.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a sit-down forklift is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
Put away inbound shipments and move products to storage locations using a forklift.
Pick individual cases onto pallets using powered equipment.
Prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and correct items are staged for loading.
Keep appropriate records and reports to maintain inventory accuracy.
Report quality variances.
Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
Assist with required physical inventories.
Complete daily equipment inspections.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Ensure proper stock rotation.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
Observe and follow health and safety regulations.
Enforce operating instructions and safety policies.
Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures.
Maintain detailed records of safety incidents.
Assign designated safety personnel.
Maintain the warehouse in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.