Forklift Operator (Day Shift A)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Fairburn, GA

41d•$20 - $21•Onsite

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, putting away, and consolidating products while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. The role is performed on-site in a warehouse and distribution center and follows a rotating Group A schedule: Week 1, Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday; Week 2, Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The operation runs 24/7, 365 days a year, and some holidays are required. Hours may also include overtime based on business needs. The position pays $20.17–$21.03 per hour, with no shift differential or incentive eligibility. The work environment may involve varying temperatures, loud noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete floors, moving mechanical equipment, and frequent warehouse vehicle traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The role requires extended periods of standing or walking and the ability to perform a range of physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

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.
Visual ability to see clearly at close and far distances, with peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests.
Ability to work on-site in a warehouse and distribution center environment.
Availability for the stated rotating schedule, including weekends and some holidays; overtime may be required based on business needs.

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, using equipment such as electric pallet jacks when needed.
Replenish inventory in appropriate storage bays and maintain accurate product placement.
Palletize, wrap, and stage products for shipment in accordance with 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.
Contribute to teamwork and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.