Forklift Operator (Mon-Fri 0600 - 1430)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates stand-up forklifts, electric pallet jacks (EPJ), and other material handling equipment (MHE) to support accurate order fulfillment, inventory management, and daily warehouse operations. The role includes loading, unloading, picking, putting away, and consolidating products, while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. The position is performed on-site in a warehouse and distribution center. The schedule listed is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Compensation is $18.34 per hour, and the position is incentive eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least six months of related warehouse or distribution experience.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to operate material handling equipment, including a forklift and electric pallet jack.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform essential duties while following safety and operational standards.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, up to 10 hours depending on shift.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed; frequently climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at varying heights.
Ability to reach overhead and below waist level, and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; heavier items may occasionally be lifted with or without assistance.
Manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards and handle, grasp, or control objects.
Sufficient vision to see at close range and distance, including peripheral vision and depth perception, and to adjust focus.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a high-volume, fast-paced warehouse or logistics environment.
Prior experience with multiple types of forklifts and material handling equipment.
Prior experience with warehouse management systems (WMS).
Familiarity with electronic record-keeping and label-printing systems.
Experience collaborating with customer operations and inventory teams.

Responsibilities

Safely operate stand-up forklifts to move, load, unload, pick, put away, and consolidate products.
Perform manual case picking and other material handling tasks, using equipment such as electric pallet jacks as needed.
Replenish inventory in appropriate storage bays and maintain accurate product placement.
Prepare products for shipment by palletizing, wrapping, and staging them according to shipping requirements.
Assist with physical inventories and cycle counts as directed.
Visually inspect products and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage prevention.
Audit outbound loads, resolve labeling discrepancies, and address shortages.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE protocols.
Participate in required safety and compliance training, including forklift and hazardous-material-handling training.
Coordinate with warehouse associates, leads, and supervisors to meet productivity and service targets.
Promptly communicate product defects, inventory issues, and operational concerns to management.
Contribute to positive teamwork and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.