Forklift Operator

Advatix, Inc.; Belleville (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Advatix, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator to accurately move, locate, and store materials using a forklift or similar equipment. You will support efficient warehouse operations and ensure safe handling of goods.

The role requires prior warehouse experience, forklift operation and current certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days); you must read and follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy.
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team.
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team‑lift environment.
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights.

Responsibilities

• Operate power‑operated equipment safely and efficiently.
• Move and store materials accurately using forklift.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Label and prepare items for shipment.
• Maintain inventory placement with WMS updates.
• Complete required paperwork and time tracking.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Team player

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Forklift Operator

Role Summary

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the accurate moving, locating, and storing of materials, utilizing a forklift or other power‑operated equipment.

Key Results Area

• Safe and efficient operation of all power‑operated equipment that requires certification
• Safe and efficient movement of the product, including loading and unloading of trucks
• Accurately pick and pack items for shipment, potentially with a forklift
• Label and prepare items for shipment
• Work with inventory control on correct product placement
• Complete required paperwork and project time‑tracking documentation
• Maintain warehouse order to ensure pallet locations are kept available for incoming items
• Ensure all items not required in the short term are restocked according to established procedures
• Update the Warehouse Management System (WMS) with the transactions completed
• Perform daily safety checklist and standard battery changing procedures
• Assist with contacting freight couriers to schedule pick‑ups and deliveries
• Aid in cycle counting and periodic inventories
• Update supervisor and team lead on issues or concerns
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Support and maintain corporate quality, health and safety standards, processes, policies, and work instructions (ISO standards where applicable)
• All other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing experience required
• Forklift experience required
• Current forklift certification and/or the ability to become certified within 30 days is required
• Basic math and reading skills
• Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions
• Able to pay attention to details to ensure accuracy
• Strong team building skills and able to work well as part of a team
• Able to lift/move up to 40 pounds solo and greater weights in a team‑lift environment
• Physically able to lift, carry, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods of time, and able to handle heights