Forklift Operator

Crate & Barrel; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate & Barrel is seeking a Forklift Operator to efficiently move furniture and houseware in our distribution center. You will operate forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers to stock and retrieve merchandise with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of forklift experience, good English communication, and the ability to work well in a team while maintaining inventory integrity and following company procedures.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment.
• Follows safety and loss prevention guidelines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and related equipment to move merchandise safely.
• Conduct safety checks before and after shifts.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and report discrepancies.
• Support cross-docking and warehouse organization.
• Participate in training on new systems and processes.
• Perform routine equipment servicing as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic English

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift / Power Industrial Equipment

Job description

As a vital member of our team, the Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the efficient movement of furniture and/or houseware products. You'll expertly utilize material handling equipment (including forklifts, reach trucks, and stock pickers) to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and precisely position merchandise throughout our dynamic distribution center. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is deeply committed to safety and passionate about delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.

A day in the life as a Forklift Operator

• Uses materials handling equipment to stock, retrieve, lift, carry, move, and position merchandise or materials stored on various levels throughout the warehouse/crossdock
• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment to ensure no damage to merchandise, equipment, or facilities
• Performs safety checks on lifts, reporting any damage prior to start and end of shift
• Maintains accurate inventory and reports any discrepancies
• Performs all routine equipment servicing including, but not limited to attaching a battery charger, replenishing fuel, and checking for safety of operations
• Cleans up and disposes boxes, packing material, and pallets, as well as general housekeeping of facility and specific product line areas
• Rotates through different departments, as necessary, to meet the demands of the business
• Participates in ongoing training regarding technology upgrades and new systems applicable to the position
• Performs all job tasks assigned by the leadership staff to achieve and maintain daily productivity and quality goals

What you'll bring to the table

• Basic English Language proficiency
• Possess a complete understanding of training and communication resources relevant to the position
• Maintains an awareness of loss prevention, security and safety following the guidelines as outlined in the Company Code of Conduct and Associate Policy manuals
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Attention to detail

We'd love to hear from you if you have

• 1+ year of operating power industrial equipment