Forklift Operator Jobs

About The Position

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.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Early access to earned wages
• Biweekly productivity bonus
• Opportunities for advancement