Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Forklift Operator/Material Handler– Full Time

2nd Life Books
Pay: Starting at $20/hour with scheduled pay increases
Hours: Full-Time – 40 hours per week

2nd Life Books is a rapidly growing online used-book business selling through Amazon and other online marketplaces. We are looking for dependable, motivated employees to join our warehouse team.

What You'll Do:

This position will primarily focus on safely operating forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload trucks, move and organize Gaylord boxes, and transport materials throughout the warehouse.

Your responsibilities will include:

Forklift Operator / Material Handler Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts, electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing trucks, trailers, and delivery vehicles.
• Move, stage, stack, and organize pallets and Gaylord boxes throughout the warehouse.
• Transport materials between receiving, storage, processing, and shipping areas.
• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, packing lists, or other warehouse documents.
• Inspect deliveries for visible damage, shortages, or discrepancies and report any issues to management.
• Securely stack and position materials to prevent shifting, falling, or product damage.
• Prepare and stage pallets and Gaylords for scheduled pickups and deliveries.
• Assist with receiving, inventory organization, order preparation, and general material handling.
• Wrap, label, and secure pallets when necessary.
• Perform daily pre-operation inspections of forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Report equipment damage, maintenance needs, safety hazards, and warehouse damage immediately.
• Follow all forklift safety procedures, loading requirements, and warehouse traffic rules.
• Keep aisles, loading areas, exits, and workspaces clean and free of obstructions.
• Assist with general warehouse duties during periods when forklift work is not required.
• Work efficiently with warehouse employees, truck drivers, vendors, and management.
• Follow supervisor instructions and complete additional warehouse-related tasks as assigned.

Schedule

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position.

Flexible scheduling may be possible depending on warehouse needs and employee availability.

Saturday and Sunday availability may be required as needed.

Physical Requirements

This is an active warehouse position. You should be comfortable:

• Walking and standing for extended periods
• Moving throughout the warehouse to operate forklift or pallet jack
• Bending, reaching, and shelving inventory
• Lifting approximately 20–50 lbs when necessary
• Working efficiently in a fast-paced environment

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable and has strong attendance
• Works with a sense of urgency
• Can follow forklift operation procedures safely
• Pays attention to detail
• Can work independently and stay productive
• Is organized and responsible
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse
• Is available to work Saturdays and Sundays
• Previous warehouse or order-picking experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train dependable candidates who are ready to work.

Why Work With Us?

We want to create a workplace where employees are treated well and have the opportunity to grow with the company. Benefits of working with us include:

• Flexible scheduling when possible
• Paid breaks
• Employee appreciation days
• Scheduled pay increases
• Consistent full-time hours
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding business

If you're dependable, like staying active, and want a straightforward full-time warehouse job, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Why did you leave your last job?
• What is the highest level of education you've completed?
• What was your most recent job?
• What did your day to day look like at you previous job?
• What makes you want to work at 2nd Life Books?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Warehouse: 1 year (Required)
• Pallet jack: 1 year (Preferred)
• Load & unload: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person