3rd Shift Forklift Operator Cold Storage

CJ Logistics HR Team•Lula, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates forklifts, electric pallet jacks (EPJs), and other material handling equipment to support accurate order fulfillment, inventory management, and daily warehouse operations. Duties include loading, unloading, picking, putting away, replenishing, and consolidating products; preparing shipments; and maintaining product accuracy and condition in accordance with company safety and quality standards. The position is on-site in a warehouse and distribution center, with a third-shift schedule of Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. The role involves working in varying temperatures, including refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas, and exposure to noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete flooring, moving equipment, and warehouse vehicle traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The position requires standing or walking for extended periods, moving through warehouse and racking areas, handling objects, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting.

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 forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
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 adhering to 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, including in racking zones.
Ability to reach overhead and below waist level and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance.
Manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards and frequently handle, grasp, or control objects.
Visual ability including close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to hear and understand instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Ability to work on-site in a warehouse and distribution center and wear required PPE.

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 and/or sit-down forklifts to move, load, unload, pick, put away, and consolidate products.
Perform manual case picking and other material handling tasks, including using equipment such as an electric pallet jack.
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 daily productivity and service targets.
Promptly communicate product defects, inventory issues, and operational concerns to management.
Demonstrate teamwork and contribute to continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.