Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Forklift Operator II – Rincon, GA | First Shift | Looking for a stable, full-time warehouse role with consistent hours and competitive pay? Join a fast-paced, team-oriented distribution environment where your forklift skills are valued every day.

Job Title: Forklift Operator II

Location: Rincon, GA

Shift: 1st Shift 7:00AM - 3:30PM (must be available to work OT if needed)

Pay rate: Rate: $20.50 per hour

⚠️ Candidates MUST have hands-on experience operating all of the following equipment:

• Sit-down forklift
• Stand-up forklift
• Clamp truck
• Cherry picker
• Reach truck

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for safely and efficiently operating material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise within a warehouse distribution environment.

This role requires experience operating multiple types of forklifts and the ability to work in a rack warehouse setting. The operator may also perform order filling and order checking duties. At least 50% of work time must be spent operating powered industrial equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down, stand-up, clamp, cherry picker, and/or reach trucks (minimum 50% of work time).
• Stack and store merchandise in designated warehouse locations.
• Safely unload inbound shipments and transport products to storage areas.
• Pull, stage, and prepare products accurately for outbound shipments.
• Verify product quantity and type prior to shipment.
• Perform order picking efficiently while meeting productivity and service standards.
• Move products between staging, storage, and trailers.
• Follow all safety procedures and prescribed work methods when operating equipment.
• Complete equipment inspection forms prior to operation.
• Use RF scanning equipment to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
• Maintain records to support inventory control and security.
• Assist with physical inventory and cycle count activities.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.
• Report inventory discrepancies and assist with resolution.
• Communicate safety concerns to management in a timely manner.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year forklift and warehouse equipment experience.
• Certification required on at least three (3) types of forklift equipment.
• Experience operating in a rack warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to operate sit-down, stand-up, clamp, cherry picker, and reach equipment.
• Basic Excel and general computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math and customer service skills.
• Understanding of safe equipment operation practices.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10–12 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 lbs without restriction.
• Frequent bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching above and below the waist.
• Ability to walk long distances within a large distribution center (facilities may exceed a quarter mile in length).
• Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, lighting, and temperature conditions.
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility without limitations.
• Must be available to work extended or irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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