Reach Truck Operator

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Reach Truck Operator

New Castle, DE * $20.00 – $22.00/Hour * Full-Time

Temporary Assignment through Goodwill® Staffing Services

Are you a precision specialist who thrives in a high-bay warehouse We are looking for experienced Reach Truck Operators to be the backbone of a busy warehouse’s inventory flow, using high-reach stand-up forklifts to manage vertical storage with maximum density and safety. This role calls for high spatial awareness, technical proficiency with SAP Warehouse Management, and a commitment to operational excellence. This role is on 1st shift in a professional, team-oriented environment

What You’ll Do

• Expertly operate stand-up reach trucks to retrieve and put away pallets at heights of 25 to 35 feet within narrow-aisle configurations.
• Maneuver safely through high-traffic zones with zero contact to racking, sprinklers, or products.
• Conduct and digitally document daily pre-flight safety checks; immediately escalate mechanical needs to maintenance.
• Use handheld RF scanners to execute real-time transactions in SAP, ensuring 100% accuracy for every pallet movement and transfer.
• Pick and stage outbound shipments to optimize loading windows based on SAP-generated work orders.
• Audit product codes, quantities, and pallet integrity against digital SAP records during putaway.
• Maintain a “safety scout” mindset, identifying and reporting floor hazards immediately while adhering to all OSHA standards.
• Meet or exceed hourly pallet-movement targets while maintaining a damage-free record.
• Collaborate with floor leads to resolve bottlenecks and maintain warehouse organization.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience operating reach trucks or similar equipment (propane fuel equipment experience preferred)
• High spatial awareness and precise equipment control in narrow-aisle, high-bay environments.
• Technical proficiency with SAP Warehouse Management, and familiarity with warehouse technology such as tablets and RF scanners.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to operational excellence.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and a criminal background check in compliance with CBP and TSA regulations.
• Steel-toe boots required; all other required personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided.

Equipment Certifications

Reach Truck certifications are preferred but not required. Candidates should demonstrate previous experience operating the equipment safely and effectively.

Available Shifts

• 1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

What We Offer

• $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Monday – Friday day shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM).
• A professional, organized, and safety-focused working environment.
• Hands-on experience in a high-bay, SAP-driven warehouse operation.
• A chance to build technical logistics skills that can support your next career step.

Location

New Castle, DE

Pay Rate

$20.00 – $22.00 per hour

⏰ Hours

1st Shift, Mon – Fri

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Physical Req.

Lift up to 50 lbs.

Why This Role Matters

Reach truck operators are the backbone of a warehouse’s inventory flow. Every pallet you put away, stage, and verify accurately helps keep product safe, inventory precise, and shipments moving on schedule. If you show up, work hard, and bring a good attitude, there is room to grow here.

Ready to Join a Team That Values Safety and Reliability

Apply today through Goodwill® Staffing Services.

Salary : $20 - $22