Aisle Master Forklift Operator – Warehouse Loader

Brooks Utility Products; Tallapoosa (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooks Utility Products in Tallapoosa, GA is seeking a Warehouse Loader / Unloader to safely load and unload shipments and maintain organized material handling. You will operate Aisle Master and standard forklifts, verify documents, and support inventory accuracy while following safety policies and procedures.

This full-time hourly role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and reliable attendance, with overtime opportunities as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or material-handling experience preferred.
• Previous forklift experience preferred.
• Experience operating an Aisle Master forklift; training may be provided.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required company forklift/equipment authorization.
• Ability to read and understand shipping documents, product labels, part numbers, quantities, and warehouse locations.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trucks, trailers, and other delivery vehicles.
• Operate an Aisle Master forklift, standard forklift, pallet jack, and other approved material‑handling equipment.
• Move, stage, and store raw materials, finished goods, pallets, and other inventory in designated warehouse locations.
• Verify materials being loaded or unloaded against shipping documents, bills of lading, packing slips, or other required paperwork.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing materials for visible damage, incorrect quantities, incorrect product, or other discrepancies.
• Properly secure and position materials to prevent damage during movement, storage, or shipment.
• Ensure materials are placed in the correct warehouse locations and clearly identified.
• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory by following established material movement and transaction procedures.
• Report inventory discrepancies, damaged products, incorrect materials, or shipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Maintain clean and organized loading docks, aisles, staging areas, and warehouse locations.
• Follow FIFO, lot control, location control, or other inventory requirements as applicable.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory activities when required.
• Complete required shipping, receiving, and material‑handling documentation accurately.
• Follow all company safety policies, forklift requirements, PPE requirements, and warehouse procedures.
• Perform daily or pre‑shift equipment inspections and immediately report unsafe or damaged equipment.
• Communicate effectively with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Inventory Control, and other departments.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Reading shipping documents

Basic math

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety minded

Tools

Aisle Master forklift

Job description

Brooks Utility Products in Tallapoosa, GA is seeking a Warehouse Loader / Unloader to safely load and unload shipments and maintain organized material handling. You will operate Aisle Master and standard forklifts, verify documents, and support inventory accuracy while following safety policies and procedures.

This full-time hourly role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and reliable attendance, with overtime opportunities as needed.