Tidalwaveholdings is hiring: Forklift Operator in Chattanooga

Tidalwave Holdings Forklift Operator Chattanooga, TN·Full time Company website Apply for Forklift Operator

The Forklift Operator keeps the warehouse moving. This role is responsible for safely operating forklifts and related equipment to load, unload, move, and stage materials. Accuracy and control are critical — the operator ensures that products are handled with care, placed in the correct locations, and ready for the next step in production or fulfillment.

About Tidalwave Holdings

We print shirts... hundreds of thousands of them. For local companies you visit, large organizations you've heard of, and online creators you may watch and enjoy. We focus on high quality, good communication, and accurate turnaround times.We also run a fulfillment center for eCommerce companies: A big warehouse with thousands of products and millions of pieces of inventory. We pick, pack, and ship orders to our clients' customers all over the world. We'll ship something like 1 million shipments this year, and we started just 4 years ago.

Description

Here’s the Rundown

If You Are:

• Reliable, steady, and safety-conscious
• Someone who likes things in their place and organized
• Comfortable in a fast-moving warehouse where accuracy matters
• A detail-oriented team player who can hustle but stay cool under pressure
• Motivated to grow into more responsibility as the company expands

…keep reading. We don’t hire just anyone, and that’s intentional.

We Are:

Tidalwave Holdings — a fast-growing, high-performing eCommerce fulfillment company based in Chattanooga. We ship close to a million packages a year for some of the most exciting online brands out there.

• A company where solid, dependable work is recognized and rewarded
• A place where you’ll work with people who take their jobs seriously but leave the ego at the door

The Job: Forklift Operator

his role is all about accuracy, organization, and control behind the wheel. As our Forklift Operator, you’ll be the force that keeps product moving: loading, unloading, and staging materials with precision. From pulling pallets to feeding production and keeping the warehouse floor clear, you’ll make sure every move is safe, efficient, and on point.

It’s the perfect role for someone who thrives on focus and foresight. Quiet, steady, and reliable, you’ll be the one powering the flow of our operation and keeping things running smoothly.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate a forklift safely to move, stack, and organize pallets and inventory
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers
• Support the receiving and fulfillment teams by staging, labeling, and moving goods where they belong
• Perform routine equipment checks and communicate any maintenance issues
• Assist with inventory counts and warehouse organization
• Cross-train with fulfillment tasks (pick/pack, staging, restocking) when needed
• Follow all safety protocols and warehouse SOPs

You Should Have:

• An eye for detail; you notice the small things before they become big problems
• Willingness to use scanners and learn inventory systems (we’ll train you, just bring the focus)
• The strength to lift up to 50 lbs and the energy to stay active all shift
• Reliability we can count on, no matter where you’ve proven it before
• Bonus points for warehouse, inventory, or returns experience, but not required if you’re organized, quick to learn, and ready to roll

What You’ll Get:

• A stable, full-time position with real advancement potential
• A clear, structured role with expectations—and freedom to own your work
• A team that respects focus, consistency, and problem-solving over flash
• Benefits, paid breaks, and profit sharing—because we win together
• A chance to grow with a company that’s scaling fast and making waves in eCommerce

How to Apply:

We take hiring seriously. If you’re interested, send us a short message that tells us:

• Why we should hire you
• Why you’d be a great fit
• When you can start

Skip this step, and we’ll skip your application. We only hire people who are truly interested in being part of our team.