FORKLIFT OPERATOR

GLS US; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GLS US is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move and load materials in the warehouse and production areas. The role requires experience with forklift operations, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to follow established procedures.

The successful candidate will work with depot leadership to ensure efficient inbound freight handling, accuracy in pallet management, and collaboration with staff to maintain a smooth operation. Valid certification and HS diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift heavy materials (up to weight specified in job posting).
• Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with Depot Manager and Supervisors to coordinate inbound freight handling.
• Supervise leads and warehouse personnel to offload, process, sort, palletize and load goods.
• Inspect pallet quality to reduce damages and miss-routed packages.
• Communicate with managers, leads, and package handlers; coordinate warehouse changes.
• Assist with training new personnel and review procedures with staff.
• Meet GVWR requirements by estimating pallet weights and managing dock door assignments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About GLS:

GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day. GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks. This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit www.gls-group.com.

Description

GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day. GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks. This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit www.gls-group.com.

Purpose Of Position

Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently operate a forklift to move, load, and unload materials within our warehouse or production facility. The ideal candidate will have experience with warehouse operations, attention to safety standards, and the ability to follow company procedures.

Essential Job Functions

Work directly with the Depot Manager, Depot Supervisor and Cross Dock Supervisor in coordinating the receiving and processing of all inbound freight; supervise, guide, and direct leads and warehouse personnel to ensure all inbound freight is offloaded, processed, sorted, palletized and loaded in a timely manner; inspect pallet quality to reduce damages and miss-routed packages; communicate with managers, leads, and package handlers; coordinate warehouse changes and make adjustments as needed; assist with training new personnel as well as review current/new procedures with staff; estimate pallets weights prior to loading to ensure trucks are below GVWR requirements; communicate with inbound drivers to estimate volumes, assign dock doors, and ensure timely arrivals to the office; perform other related duties as required. The Cross Dock Operations Coordinator is also expected to meet performance standards set by management and to comply with all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

Characteristics are relatively stable and frequently wet and/or humid. Maybe exposed to fumes, airborne particles, extreme heat and vibrations. The noise level is usually loud and the exposure risk to hazardous environmental conditions is moderate. Listed below are applicable special environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing for prolonged periods of time is required.


• Regularly works in outside weather conditions

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Valid forklift operator certification.


• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.


• Ability to lift heavy materials (up to [insert weight]).


• Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.


• Good communication and teamwork skills

EEO Commitment

General Logistics Systems US is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply to at GLS and we strive to select the best qualified applicant for each position in our organization. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. GLS complies with all laws and regulations relating to employment discrimination and is always committed to doing what's right.

Salary Description

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