Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

This role focuses on accurately picking customer orders, replenishing inventory, and supporting shipping activities in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts, use RF scan guns to ensure precise inventory control, and work closely with team members to maintain efficient and accurate order fulfillment.

• Maintain at least 99% picking accuracy when fulfilling customer orders using RF scanners.
• Complete order picks within assigned time frames while following all location, product code, lot number, and quantity requirements.
• Sustain consistent productivity levels within the assigned warehouse zone.
• Perform timely replenishment (reverse picking) of designated locations with finished goods within required time standards.
• Ensure 100% accuracy in product placement and documentation during replenishment activities.
• Support order picking, replenishing, shipping activities, and daily assignments as directed by supervisors.
• Operate reach trucks and stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently for material handling, picking, and staging orders.
• Use RF scan guns to track inventory movements and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Adhere fully to all company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and warehouse procedures, maintaining zero policy violations.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel and supervisors to support a smooth workflow and on-time order fulfillment.
• Proactively report issues, delays, or inventory discrepancies through established communication channels.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to meet production and accuracy goals.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately and ensure tasks are completed according to guidelines.
• Support additional tasks and cross-training needs as required to assist overall warehouse operations.

• In-depth, firsthand knowledge and experience as a forklift operator, including reach truck and stand-up forklift operation.
• Hands-on experience with order picking responsibilities in a warehouse environment.
• Proficiency using RF scan guns for inventory management and order picking.
• Experience with material handling, inventory control, and staging orders for shipment.
• Ability to use desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to interpret, understand, follow, and clearly communicate instructions.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Flexibility to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed.
• Strong initiative, self-confidence, good organizational skills, and excellent time management.

• Bi-lingual (Spanish) skills are a plus but not required.
• Previous experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Comfort using warehouse management systems integrated with MS Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all inventory and picking activities.
• Willingness to be cross-trained to support multiple functions within the warehouse.

You will join a family-owned organization that creates educational products and truly believes in promoting from within. The company offers strong job security by sharing facilities with a sister organization and cross-training employees to support multiple operations. You can expect a supportive culture that values growth, internal development, and the opportunity to build a long-term career in a stable and collaborative environment.

You will work in a clean, large warehouse environment that operates at a very fast pace, with over 100 people working on the same shift. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with overtime that may start as early as 5:00 a.m. when needed. The role involves frequent use of reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, RF scan guns, and desktop applications to support daily operations.

The environment is highly collaborative, with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a busy…