Forklift Operator
About The Position
The Forklift Operator is a full-time member of Chewy’s Fulfillment Center and Warehouse Team, working in an inclusive, safety-first environment. The role supports accurate and efficient customer order fulfillment and delivery by performing a range of warehouse functions and safely operating powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment. Work includes labeling, replenishing, box making, loading and unloading trailers, and moving stored products to different locations with a forklift. Forklift Operators also fulfill and coordinate orders, prepare accurate shipping documentation for domestic shipments, and receive or transport products to storage and staging locations. The role requires following safety guidelines and procedures, communicating effectively in English, and being willing to train on specified powered industrial truck equipment. Physical work includes walking, lifting, standing, pushing, pulling, carrying, squatting, kneeling, and, where applicable, climbing stairs.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English to understand and follow safety procedures, interpret work instructions, complete required documentation, and communicate effectively with team members.
- Understand and adhere to safety guidelines and procedures.
- Willingness to be trained on powered industrial truck equipment, including Reach Truck, Order Pick, Dock Stocker, Turret Truck, Double Walkie Rider, Walkie Stacker, and Movexx/Amigo.
- Walk up to 2 miles per shift.
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and up to 70 pounds with an optional team lift; rarely lift more than 70 pounds with a team lift.
- Stand, push, pull, carry, squat, and kneel; climb stairs where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Label, replenish, make boxes, and load and unload trailers.
- Move stored products to various locations using a forklift.
- Fulfill and coordinate orders to support an efficient and accurate customer delivery process.
- Prepare accurate shipping documentation for domestic shipments.
- Safely and efficiently operate powered industrial trucks and material handling equipment to receive or transport products to storage and staging locations.
- Understand and adhere to safety guidelines and procedures.
Benefits
- 20% Chewy.com discount
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Wellness benefits through Wellbeing @Chewy
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off, with eligibility to accrue up to 80 hours during the first year
- Subsidized child, adult, and pet backup care through Care.com
- Discounts through the LifeMart Discount platform
- Option to enroll in Payactiv Earned Wage Access
- Opportunity for wage increases starting after 3 months of service
- Referral bonuses of $500 per referral
- Competitive pay and wage increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
