Temp Forklift Operator (3rd Shift)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Easton, PA

41d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator safely and efficiently operates forklifts, electric pallet jacks (EPJ), and other material handling equipment to support accurate order fulfillment, inventory management, and daily warehouse operations. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, picking, put-away, replenishment, consolidation, and shipment preparation while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. This is an on-site, temporary third-shift assignment scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., running through February 5, 2027. The stated base hourly wage is $20.28–$22.19, with a $0.75-per-hour shift differential; the position is not incentive eligible. The role is based in a warehouse and distribution center. Employees may encounter varying temperatures, loud noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete flooring, moving mechanical equipment, and warehouse traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The role requires extended standing or walking, climbing, reaching, handling equipment, and lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting with or without assistance.

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; frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or control objects.
Ability to see clearly at close range and at a distance, including peripheral vision and depth perception, and adjust focus.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Willingness and ability to work the stated third-shift schedule; hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs.
Ability to work on-site.

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.
Inspect products and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage.
Audit outbound loads, resolve labeling discrepancies, and address shortages.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and follow company policies, OSHA safety requirements, and PPE protocols.
Participate in required safety and compliance training, including forklift and hazardous material handling.
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.
Contribute to positive teamwork and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.