Forklift Operator (4th Shift)

CJ Logistics HR Team•Fairburn, GA

41d•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 and inventory management in daily warehouse operations. The role includes loading, unloading, picking, replenishing, putting away, and consolidating products while following CJ Logistics America’s safety and quality standards. The position is on-site in a warehouse and distribution center. The specified 4th-shift schedule is Thursday through Sunday, 4:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Work hours may vary by shift and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime based on business needs. Compensation is $18.44 per hour, with a $1.50-per-hour weekend shift differential and eligibility for a biweekly productivity bonus. The work environment may include varying temperatures, including refrigerated or non-climate-controlled areas; loud noise; dust, odors, and airborne particles; concrete flooring; moving mechanical equipment; and frequent warehouse vehicle traffic. Required PPE includes steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and high-visibility vests. The role involves extended standing or walking, frequent movement and climbing, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 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 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 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; frequently climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds at various heights.
Ability to reach overhead and below waist level; lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with or without assistance.
Manual dexterity to operate equipment, tools, or keyboards and frequently handle, grasp, or control objects.
Visual ability including close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
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, including use of equipment such as electric pallet jacks.
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 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.