1st Shift Forklift Operator (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

CJ Logistics • Lula, GA

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you built for the cold and ready to drive your career forward? Join CJ Logistics, where precision, performance, and teamwork come together in a high-energy, cold storage environment. We’re looking for Cold Storage Forklift Operators who thrive in challenging conditions and take pride in keeping things moving — efficiently and safely.
Pay Range: $19.16/per hour + $3.00 per hour cold storage premium
Schedule: 1st Shift (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
What You’ll Be Doing:
Safely operate stand-up or sit-down forklifts to keep orders moving and customers happy
Handle products with care in cold storage and blast zone areas
Receive, unload, inspect, and rotate inventory with attention to accuracy and freshness
Ensure proper storage and stacking to prevent spoilage or contamination
Monitor and maintain cold storage temperature standards
Support shipping by picking, prepping, and consolidating pallets
Perform load audits, correct labels, and address inventory issues
Replenish product in appropriate bays and jump in with manual case picking as directed
Take on related duties — and grow your skills along the way!
Work Environment:
This job operates in a warehouse environment—where the action happens!
Ready to Elevate Your Career? Join us at CJ Logistics and be a part of something bigger. With our guided training and supportive team, you'll have everything you need to succeed. Let’s move forward together!
CJ Logistics About Statement:
At CJ Logistics America, we know that we do our best work when we have an inclusive and diverse team, where we can draw on our different life experiences to help us deliver innovative solutions for our customers. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, and an inclusive workplace. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized people tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you might be a good fit for the role, but don't necessarily meet every single requirement on the job posting, we still encourage you to apply.
CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea, and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL), and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service, and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the well-being of the end consumer, our customers, and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

Requirements

• 6+ months of recent forklift or warehouse experience
• Comfortable working full shifts in cold storage/freezer environments
• Must have the physical ability to lift up to 60lbs safely and consistently
• A true team player who works toward common goals
• Bring a positive attitude and a strong work ethic every day
• Experience or training in: GMP, HACCP, and Allergen protocols
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures in cold storage settings
• Reliable – we count on you, and so does the team

Nice To Haves

• Bonus points for Battery and Propane Safety Training/Certification

Responsibilities

• Safely operate stand-up or sit-down forklifts to keep orders moving and customers happy
• Handle products with care in cold storage and blast zone areas
• Receive, unload, inspect, and rotate inventory with attention to accuracy and freshness
• Ensure proper storage and stacking to prevent spoilage or contamination
• Monitor and maintain cold storage temperature standards
• Support shipping by picking, prepping, and consolidating pallets
• Perform load audits, correct labels, and address inventory issues
• Replenish product in appropriate bays and jump in with manual case picking as directed
• Take on related duties — and grow your skills along the way!

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Rapid Paid! (Ability to get hours worked paid out before payday.)
• Full health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO, and MORE!
• Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
• Open-door work environment
• High-performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset, where continuous improvement is embraced
• Opportunities for advancement!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed