Forklift Operator

Job Title: Warehouse Forklift Operator – Level A

Experience Level: 1–5 Years of Warehouse Experience

Job Summary

The Warehouse Forklift Operator – Level A is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of electric-powered industrial trucks in a warehouse/manufacturing environment. This role supports material movement, product storage, and order handling while following all safety, quality, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safely operate stand-up or sit-down electric forklifts.
• Move pallets, skids, boxes, products, and materials to designated locations.
• Load, unload, and put away product using warehouse scanning systems (HU scanning and product lookups).
• Consolidate product as required during put-away and storage.
• Pick and place materials onto or off of pallets.
• Maintain compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Follow all safety rules, company policies, and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable work attendance.
• Demonstrate personal responsibility for safety, quality, and operational standards.
• Cross-train and learn job functions in other departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) – required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating stand-up and/or sit-down forklift equipment (certification provided in-house).
• Prior warehouse and SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in basic English.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as business needs require.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Stand for extended periods.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Walk, kneel, talk, and hear regularly.
• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 70 lbs.
• Safely maneuver a forklift carrying loads up to 3,000 lbs.
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  
  

Work Environment

• Exposure to powders, chemicals, and food allergens, including but not limited to:
• Peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, and shellfish.
• Work will take place in multiple temperature-controlled environments:
• Ambient area: Approximately 75°F
• Chilled area: Approximately 40°F
  

Candidate Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Comfortable operating stand-up and/or sit-down Crown forklifts.
• Reliable with consistent attendance.
• Safety-focused and detail-oriented.
• Willing to learn, cross-train, and complete assigned tasks as needed.
• Ready to work and adaptable to changing warehouse demands.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of proven forklift experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Flexible, team-oriented mindset with willingness to assist where needed.