Warehouse Operations - Forklift Operator Z4
About The Position
The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates forklifts, electric pallet jacks (EPJ), and other material handling equipment (MHE) to support accurate order fulfillment, inventory management, and daily warehouse operations. Duties include loading, unloading, picking, replenishing, putting away, and consolidating products; preparing shipments; and supporting inventory activities while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. The position is performed on-site in a warehouse and distribution center. Work hours vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. The work environment may involve varying temperatures, loud noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete floors, moving machinery, and frequent warehouse vehicle traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The role requires physical activity including extended standing or walking, climbing, reaching, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting. The employee must be able to operate equipment and use hand dexterity, and to see and hear adequately for the work environment.
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 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.
- Ability to frequently climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights, including ground-level and racking zones.
- Ability to reach overhead and below waist level.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance.
- Fine motor skills and manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards; frequently use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects.
- Ability to see clearly at close range and at a distance, with peripheral vision and depth perception, and adjust focus.
- Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete-floor areas, and around moving mechanical equipment and warehouse traffic.
- 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 and/or sit-down forklifts to move, load, unload, pick, put away, and consolidate products.
- Conduct manual case picking and other material handling tasks, using equipment such as an electric pallet jack 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.
- Perform visual inspections and quality checks on products and outbound shipments to ensure accuracy and prevent damage.
- Audit outbound loads, resolve labeling discrepancies, and address shortages.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company policies, OSHA safety 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
