Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne + Nagel AS is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator in Durham, North Carolina. The role involves operating forklifts to handle materials, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations, and supporting the logistics operations. Join a dynamic workplace that offers competitive pay and great benefits in the growing logistics sector.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits package

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Excellent training programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of recent forklift operating experience.
• Forklift certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload designated trailers, pick orders, and move and store products.
• Verify and receive materials in inventory.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

At Kuehne+Nagel, we nurture a culture of performance and recognition. As one of the most successful international logistics companies, we have many career growth opportunities. If you are looking for career development or simply a great place to be, then consider joining us as a Warehouse Forklift Operator at our site in Durham, North Carolina!

Your Role

You will report to a Supervisor and move product throughout the site and load or unload materials using a reach truck, sit-down forklift, or other heavy material handling equipment. You will work Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, and will be paid weekly at $20.28 per hour.

Your Responsibilities

• You will use material handling equipment to load and unload designated trailers, pick orders, and move and store products throughout the warehouse
• Verify and receive materials in inventory
• Your responsibilities may include palletizing and shrink wrapping
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation equipment checks
• Follow health and safety policies that comply with company and OSHA regulations
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned

Your Skills and Experiences

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of recent forklift operating experience
• Forklift certification
• Can lift up to 50 pounds
• Can work overtime or weekends
• Can walk or stand for extended periods of time

Good Reasons to Join

There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-onsite