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NFI Industries

Forklift Operator - Transload

NFI Industries, Port Wentworth, Georgia, United States

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Overview:

The

Forklift Operator

is responsible for safely and efficiently operating

stand-up forklifts with box clamp attachments

to move, stack, relocate, and count merchandise. This role requires prior experience using clamp equipment. In addition to forklift duties, the Operator may assist with order selection, checking, and other warehouse tasks as needed. Available Shift:

Monday Friday, 6:00PM to 2:30AM Responsibilities: Unload inbound shipments and transport product to proper storage locations

Pull, stage, and prepare products for shipment to meet customer service standards

Ensure accurate product counts and proper loading of shipments

Perform efficient picking duties, moving product from storage and staging areas into trailers

Operate all equipment following established safety guidelines and work methods

Maintain accurate records and reports to support inventory control and security

Assist with physical inventories and cycle counts; ensure proper stock rotation

Identify and report inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team

Perform and document equipment inspections prior to use

Use RF scanning equipment to ensure inventory accuracy

Report safety concerns promptly to management

General computer knowledge required, including Excel

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Minimum of 6 months recent experience operating a stand-up forklift with box clamp attachment in a warehouse/distribution setting

Ability to stand and walk 1012 hours per shift

Capable of lifting/pulling up to 50 lbs without restriction

Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching above shoulder and below waist level

Frequent walking in large facilities (over a quarter mile in length)

Ability to work in variable noise, lighting, and temperature conditions; must access all areas of the facility without limitation

Flexibility to work irregular or extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Must be able to obtain NFI forklift certification

Strong attention to detail, customer service focus, and basic math skills

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.