Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Fanatics Commerce•Waxahachie, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator loads, unloads, transports, and positions inventory using forklift and pallet jack machinery. The role optimizes loads to support operational efficiency and production requirements in a fast-paced, high-volume sports merchandise fulfillment environment. It works onsite in Waxahachie, Texas, on 2nd shift, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., with a $1.00 shift differential. The operator coordinates with warehouse teammates, supervisors, and receiving, shipping, and production teams to support the flow of inventory and meet daily priorities. The position also contributes to accurate inventory tracking and fan order fulfillment, handles licensed merchandise with care, identifies safety hazards, and supports improvements in load organization and material flow. The role requires standing for 8–10 hours per shift, regularly lifting or moving 50 pounds or more, and flexibility to work overtime or adjusted schedules as volume demands.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to safely operate forklift and pallet jack machinery in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand for 8–10 hours per shift, depending on daily work volume.
Physical capacity to regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds or more, including reaching and bending when offloading and separating shipments.
Strong attention to detail when securing loads, moving cartons, and performing inventory counts.
Solid understanding of warehouse safety standards and ability to identify and respond to workplace hazards.
Effective communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented warehouse environment.
Flexibility to work overtime hours and adjusted schedules as daily volume demands require.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with RF scanning equipment and the ability to read and understand barcodes on boxes.
Previous experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load, unload, transport, and position warehouse inventory.
Pull and place cartons on racks in accordance with warehouse organization standards.
Secure and optimize loads to improve throughput while minimizing risk.
Collaborate with warehouse teammates and supervisors to coordinate inbound and outbound inventory flow.
Communicate with receiving, shipping, and production teams about daily priorities and volume demands.
Move licensed sports merchandise accurately and on time, handling apparel, jerseys, and collectibles with care.
Support shipping and receiving workflows that enable on-time delivery to fans.
Perform accurate inventory counts to maintain stock visibility and reduce errors.
Use RF scanning equipment to read box barcodes and support inventory tracking and process efficiency.
Identify and report workplace safety hazards and contribute to continuous improvement of safety standards.
Look for opportunities to improve load organization and material flow in support of production requirements.
Work overtime or adjusted schedules when daily volume demands require it.
Apply data, digital tools, and new technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and performance.