Forklift Operator

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic computer skills required, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email.
• Intermediate English skills required with the ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions and documentation.
• Valid driver's license required.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Cherry Picker and Reach Truck operating experience required.
• Experience operating Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ) required.
• Previous warehouse, distribution, logistics, manufacturing, or transportation experience required.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems preferred.
• Ability to obtain required equipment certifications if not already certified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience with shipping, receiving, stocking, inventory control, order picking, and workflow coordination.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, twisting, reaching, lifting, and walking throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand and work up to 10 hours per day and work overtime or weekends as needed.
• Steel-toe shoes required.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment in a busy warehouse environment.

Job Duties

• Operate Cherry Pickers, Reach Trucks, and Electric Pallet Jacks (EPJ) to support warehouse operations.
• Perform stocking, put-away, replenishment, order picking, shipping, and inventory movement activities.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse systems to track inventory and complete transactions accurately.
• Load, unload, and transport products throughout the warehouse while following safety standards.
• Support shipping operations, including order processing, batch releases, and export documentation.
• Coordinate workflow activities to ensure efficient movement of materials and on-time order fulfillment.
• Assist with inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety procedures while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

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 and include anything reportable for federal tax purposes.