Forklift Operator (Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun: 6pm-4:30am)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Jacksonville, FL

8d•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 includes loading, unloading, picking, putting away, replenishing, and consolidating products, as well as preparing shipments and assisting with inventory counts. The operator conducts product and shipment quality checks, maintains a clean and safe work area, follows company and OSHA safety requirements and PPE protocols, and collaborates with warehouse associates, leads, and supervisors to meet productivity and service targets. This is an onsite warehouse and distribution center position. The listed schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m.; work hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Compensation is $18.34 per hour plus a $1.50-per-hour shift differential; the role is not incentive eligible.

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.
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards, and frequently handle, grasp, or control objects.
Visual ability to see clearly at close range and at a distance, including peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to hear and understand instructions, alarms, and equipment signals in a noisy environment.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise, dust, odors, airborne particles, and areas with moving mechanical equipment and warehouse traffic.
Required to wear PPE such as 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.
Perform manual case picking and other material handling tasks, including using an electric pallet jack or other material handling equipment as 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 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.
Contribute to positive teamwork and continuous improvement.
Perform other related duties as assigned or required.