Forklift Operator And Material Handler

This role combines general labor with skilled operation of material handling equipment to support a busy warehouse and production environment. You will move products using sit-down and stand-up forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks, and work closely with production and shipping teams to stage, load, and organize materials for local and out-of-state deliveries. The position requires frequent heavy lifting, attention to detail, and flexibility to assist in multiple departments throughout the shift.

• Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to move products from production areas to designated staging locations for shipment.
• Use electric pallet jacks to load trucks, including inching equipment into trailers, breaking down pallets, and loading boxes into trailers by hand.
• Perform frequent heavy lifting throughout the shift, handling boxes and materials that may be stacked on pallets up to 8 feet tall.
• Support multiple departments such as order pulling, pallet wrapping, loading docks, shipping, and receiving, contributing wherever needed in a collaborative team environment.
• Work closely with production teams to pull products for the lines, ensuring the correct items and quantities are delivered to the appropriate areas.
• Use RF scanners to accurately locate, identify, and record products during picking, packing, shipping, and receiving activities.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks including sorting, packing, kitting, manual pallet jack operation, unloading trucks, and organizing materials.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail when pulling orders and staging products to minimize errors and ensure correct shipments.
• Assess, prioritize, and complete tasks in a fast-paced, often changing environment while meeting deadlines and operational requirements.
• Follow written and verbal instructions carefully, adhering to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Work effectively with others as part of a team while also being able to function independently when required.
• Handle material safely using manual pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, carts, and various types of forklifts.
• Support both local and out-of-state delivery operations by properly preparing and loading materials for transport.
• Contribute to a culture where all team members assist one another across different areas of the warehouse and production floor.

• Experience operating sit-down forklifts to move, stage, and load products in a warehouse or production environment.
• Experience operating stand-up reach forklifts to handle pallets and materials stacked at height, including up to 8 feet tall.
• Proficiency using electric pallet jacks to load and unload trailers, including maneuvering equipment into tight spaces and handling boxes by hand.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting throughout the entire shift while maintaining safe lifting practices.
• Hands-on experience with general labor tasks such as loading, unloading, packaging, sorting, and inspection in a warehouse or production setting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, often changing environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team and also function independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to properly assess and prioritize tasks to meet operational goals and deadlines.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills to ensure accurate order pulling and product handling.
• Familiarity with RF scanners and the ability to learn or apply RF scanning processes for inventory and order management.
• Experience with material handling equipment including manual pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, carts, sit-down forklifts, and stand-up forklifts.
• Comfort working in an environment that involves continuous physical activity, including lifting, moving, and organizing materials.

• Knowledge of RF scanner operation is preferred and will support accurate inventory and order processing.
• Experience in packaging, loading, shipping and receiving, and unloading is advantageous.
• Previous work as a warehouse associate or in material handling roles is a plus.
• Experience with order pulling, sorting, packing, and kitting in a warehouse or distribution environment is helpful.
• Familiarity with multiple forklift brands and models, including sit-down (such as Yale or Toyota) and stand-up reach trucks, is…