Forklift Operator

Job Duties

• Safely operate Reach Forklifts, doubles equipment, and rolling racks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory.
• Load, unload, stage, and store products while maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Pull, pick, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Verify product quantities and ensure accurate loading and shipping of all orders.
• Move merchandise from storage and staging areas into trailers for distribution.
• Conduct cycle counts, assist with physical inventories, and maintain proper stock rotation.
• Use RF scanners to track inventory and ensure order accuracy.
• Complete equipment inspections before operation and report safety concerns immediately.
• Investigate and report inventory discrepancies while assisting with resolution efforts.
• Follow all company safety procedures and warehouse operating standards to maintain a safe and productive work environment

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency required, including Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to use RF scanning devices and warehouse inventory management systems accurately.
• Understanding of workplace safety procedures and equipment operation standards.

Experience Requirements

• Required: Minimum 9 months of Reach Forklift experience, including experience operating doubles and handling rolling racks.
• Previous warehouse, distribution center, shipping, receiving, and inventory experience preferred.
• Experience operating material handling equipment such as reach trucks, clamp forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and push-pull equipment.
• Experience with order picking, cycle counting, stock rotation, and inventory control processes.
• Ability to complete pre-shift equipment inspections and maintain accurate operational records.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk for 10-12 hour shifts.
• Must be able to lift, pull, and move up to 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stretching, lifting, and twisting above and below waist level.
• Ability to work throughout a large distribution center with extensive walking required.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures, lighting conditions, and noise levels.
• Available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as needed.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.