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Forklift Operator

Pacific Box Company
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

We are a family-owned company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our customers, and the environment. Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination, and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard in a fast paced, team environment. The position includes health care benefits and Roth IRA once you qualify.

Summary

Pacific Box Company has an immediate need for a warehouse support person forklift driver. This position is for Day Shift 7:15 am- 3:45 pm. Under general supervision this position performs a variety of routine warehousing, shipping, and receiving tasks; verifies identifying information on material with instructions/documents; and relocates material from storage or work areas to designated areas.

Position Requirements and Duties:

· Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), company policies, safety policies and practices, quality standards.

· Use of scanning guns to track pallets and inventory.

· Full competency and experience of safe sit-down forklift operation.

· Minimum three years sit-down forklift operation.

· Participate in the receiving, transporting, stacking, order filling, shipping, and maintaining stock records in warehouse.

· Load, unload, and move product/materials within or near facility.

· Read work order or following oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.

· Open containers and move pallets to warehouse.

· Convey materials to or from storage or work areas to designated area, using hand truck, pallet jack, or forklift.

· At times count, weigh, or record number of units being moved or handled on daily production sheet.

· Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases or other containers.

· Package, stack, or assemble materials.

· Remove samples of materials and labels with identifying information and take to Quality Systems Unit.

· Examine material received by verifying item numbers and checking discrepancies, such as damaged or unmarked material.

· Be organized and willing to maintain a clean work environment.

· Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Job Requirements

High school diploma, GED and/or any equivalent combination of experience and education that could provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job.

Steady and consistent employment history.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

· Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.

· Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers.

· Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.

· Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects up to fifty pounds.

· Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.

· Ability to read and write in English.

· Ability to perform simple arithmetic.

· Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.

· Records maintenance skills.

· Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.

· Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance.

· Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.

· Keen focus on details, prioritizing safety measures, and proficient organizational abilities.

· Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

· Ability to maintain punctuality and predictable attendance.
Required Training

· Annual Safety Training

· On-Boarding with current driving staff

What We Offer:

  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a progressive company.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

· Medical benefits, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.

· Employee Assistance Program

· Sick pay and vacation pay once you qualify.

· Pay $21.75 per hour

Working Conditions

· Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

· Moderate physical activity, requires standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

· Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

· Must be physically able to bend, stoop, climb, and reach.

· Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as operating forklift in a busy production environment.

· Must be able to perform work onsite and be comfortable in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.

Pacific Box Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Pay: $21.75 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Safety equipment provided
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have at least three years of experience with one employer?

Experience:

  • forklift: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22

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