Forklift Operator

Job Overview
Join our dynamic warehouse team as a Forklift Operator, where you’ll be the driving force behind efficient materials handling and distribution operations. In this energetic role, you will operate various types of forklifts and material handling equipment to load, unload, and organize inventory with precision and safety. Your expertise will ensure seamless warehouse flow, support shipping and receiving processes, and uphold the highest safety standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment while honing your skills in warehouse management and equipment operation.

Duties

• Safely operate a variety of forklifts including reach trucks, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, and barcode scanning for logistics to move materials efficiently throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload shipments accurately using forklift equipment, ensuring proper stacking and storage according to warehouse protocols.
• Conduct routine inspections and minor repairs on equipment to maintain optimal functionality and safety compliance.
• Manage inventory by accurately picking orders using order picker tools, updating warehouse management systems (WMS), and performing cycle counts.
• Support shipping & receiving operations by verifying inbound and outbound shipments against documentation, ensuring correct barcode scanning for logistics tracking.
• Follow OSHA safety standards in production areas, adhering strictly to forklift safety protocols and manual handling guidelines to prevent accidents.
• Assist with warehouse distribution tasks such as organizing stock locations, replenishing inventory, and maintaining a clean work environment for safe operations.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors to optimize workflow, improve storage solutions, and implement best practices in heavy equipment operation and materials handling.

Experience

• Proven experience operating forklifts such as reach trucks, cherry pickers, or similar material handling equipment in a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanning technology, shipping & receiving procedures, and inventory management practices.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations related to forklift safety protocols and general warehouse safety standards in production environments.
• Strong manual handling skills with the ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining attention to detail during order picking and load/unload activities.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment with a focus on materials handling, heavy equipment operation, and warehouse distribution processes.
• Basic math skills for measuring quantities, reading labels or barcodes accurately, and managing inventory counts effectively.
• Warehouse supervisor experience or familiarity with warehouse operations management is a plus but not required; eagerness to learn is essential.

Join us as a Forklift Operator if you’re energetic about moving goods efficiently while prioritizing safety! Bring your expertise in heavy equipment operation and materials handling to help us deliver excellence every day in our bustling warehouse environment.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person