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.