2nd Shift Forklift Operator Cold Storage

CJ Logistics HR Team•Lula, GA

11d•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. The role involves loading, unloading, picking, replenishing, and consolidating products while meeting CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. This is an on-site warehouse and distribution center position. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Work hours may vary by shift assignment and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. The base hourly wage is $19.16, with a $2.25-per-hour shift differential; the position is not incentive eligible. The work environment may include refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas, loud noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, concrete floors, moving mechanical equipment, and warehouse vehicle traffic. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The role requires standing or walking for extended periods, climbing, bending, reaching, handling equipment and objects, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; heavier items may occasionally be lifted 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 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 following safety and operational standards.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including standing or walking for extended periods, climbing, reaching, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.

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 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.
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.