Job Details

Forklift Operator

Location: Norfolk Pay: 19.70

We are seeking a reliable, safety-minded Forklift Operator to join our warehouse distribution team. In this role, you will be a critical link in our supply chain, responsible for safely moving, staging, and preparing product for shipment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong spatial awareness, and prioritizes a "safety first" mindset at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Safely operate material handling equipment (including sit-down/stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks) to move, stack, and stage inventory.
• Shipping & Receiving: Efficiently load and unload incoming and outgoing freight from trailers, flatbeds, and containers.
• Order Accuracy: Utilize RF scanners to accurately pick, track, and scan inventory, verifying item counts against bills of lading (BOL) and shipping manifests.
• Put-Away & Racking: Store incoming inventory in designated high-bay racking slots, ensuring maximizing space utilization without damaging product.
• Inventory Control: Conduct routine cycle counts and assist in maintaining clean, organized, and accurate warehouse grid layouts.
• Safety & Maintenance: Perform daily pre-operational equipment inspections (checking fluids, brakes, and hydraulics) and report any maintenance issues immediately. Adhere strictly to OSHA standards and warehouse safety protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience operating forklifts in a fast-paced warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment.
• Equipment Proficiency: Proven experience with specific lift types (e.g., sit-down propane/electric, stand-up reach, or cherry pickers) is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with RF scanner guns and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is a strong plus.