Forklift Operator

APM Terminals; United States; On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Additional benefits available

Job summary

Maersk in the United States is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support loading/unloading, staging freight, and order fulfillment. You will operate forklifts, use RF scanners, and follow TSA/OSHA safety guidelines. This role requires English fluency, the ability to lift 50+ lbs, and available overtime.

Pay ranges from $19 to $21 per hour with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and flexible schedules. Schedules: Mon–Fri day shifts; occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• RF scan gun experience required.
• Minimum 1 year warehouse experience.
• Fluency in reading/writing/speaking English.
• Forklift certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist drivers in loading and unloading trucks.
• Operate forklift and read detailed instructions in a fast-paced environment.
• Identify and annotate OS&D (overages, shortages, damages).
• Ensure safety per TSA and OSHA guidelines and work with fellow team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner

Overtime availability

Teamwork

English fluency

Tools

RF scan gun

Job description

As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and value the trust it allows us to build with customers and employees alike. Our focus on our people is what sets us apart and keeps our customers coming back to work with us.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing manifest to pull route, stage freight, and assist drivers in loading and unloading trucks
• Forklift experience required
• Material handling may include picking, packing, scanning, kitting, counting products, and other similar duties, ensuring timeliness, packaging, and accurate completion of systems work
• Identifying and annotating overages, shortages, and damages (OS&D)
• Safely operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Read and follow detailed and defined instructions in a fast‑paced environment
• Ensure a safe and secure work environment, including TSA and OSHA guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Competencies

• Ability to use forklifts, pallet jacks, and banding/shrink‑wrap material
• Experience using an RF scan gun (required)
• Previous forklift certifications preferred
• Ability to work overtime as needed, occasional weekends
• Excellent reading and comprehension of work instructions
• Strong teamwork skills with little supervision
• High attention to detail
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing in English
• Previous warehouse experience preferred (minimum 1 year)

Schedule

Mon‑Friday 6am‑2pm, 8am‑4pm

Compensation

Pay Range: $19‑$21 per hour. The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• Additional benefits available

EEO Statement

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [e-mail].