Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Fanatics; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

On-site location

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a Forklift Operator for the Waxahachie, TX facility on the 2nd shift (5pm–1am) with a $1.00 shift differential. You will load, unload, and move inventory using forklift and pallet jack, ensuring efficient material flow and accurate inventory control for licensed merchandise and fan gear.

Responsibilities include collaborating with teams to meet daily priorities, maintaining product integrity, and leveraging RF scanning to support precise fulfillment and stock visibility.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate forklift and pallet jack in a warehouse/manufacturing setting.
• Must stand 8–10 hours per shift and be able to lift/move 50+ pounds regularly.
• Strong attention to detail when securing loads and performing inventory counts.
• Solid knowledge of warehouse safety standards and hazard response.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with warehouse teammates and supervisors to coordinate inbound/outbound inventory flow.
• Communicate with receiving, shipping, and production teams about daily priorities and volume demands.
• Contribute to a culture of accountability across the shift responsibilities.
• Ensure accurate and timely movement of licensed merchandise to fulfill fan orders.
• Support shipping/receiving workflows enabling on-time fan delivery worldwide.
• Perform accurate inventory counts to maintain stock visibility and reduce errors.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory counting

Safety awareness

Team communication

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world’s most iconic sports properties.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Forklift Operator is a key player in the loading, unloading, and movement of inventory utilizing forklift and pallet jack machinery, optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency and support production requirements for the assigned location. This role operates on 2nd Shift (5pm–1am) with a $1.00 shift differential, contributing to the fast-paced, high-volume demands of a world-class sports merchandise fulfillment environment. The Forklift Operator delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI‑enabled insights.

HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT

Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

• Collaborate with warehouse teammates and supervisors to coordinate the efficient flow of inbound and outbound inventory across the facility.
• Communicate proactively with receiving, shipping, and production teams to align on daily priorities and volume demands.
• Support a culture of accountability and teamwork by contributing reliably across all assigned shift responsibilities. Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)
• Ensure accurate and timely movement of licensed sports merchandise so that fan orders are fulfilled with speed and precision.
• Handle officially licensed apparel, jerseys, and collectibles with care to maintain product integrity throughout the warehouse operation.
• Support shipping and receiving workflows that directly enable on‑time delivery experiences for fans worldwide.
• Perform accurate inventory counts to help maintain stock visibility and reduce errors that could impact fan fulfillment. Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit)
• Identify and flag workplace safety hazards proactively, contributing to continuous improvement of safety management standards across the facility.
• Utilize RF scanning equipment to read and understand barcodes on boxes, supporting accurate inventory tracking and process efficiency.
• Apply sound judgment when securing and optimizing loads on the forklift to maximize operational throughput while minimizing risk.
• Look for opportunities to improve load organization and material flow within the facility to support evolving production requirements. Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)
• Operate forklift and pallet jack machinery safely and efficiently to load, unload, transport, and position inventory throughout the warehouse.
• Pull and place cartons on racks accurately and in accordance with established warehouse organization standards.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more regularly, including reaching and bending when offloading and separating shipments.
• Maintain flexibility to work overtime hours and adjusted schedules as daily volume demands require, demonstrating a relentless commitment to team output. AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY We are building a future‑ready organization. This role is expected to:
• Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes
• Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate forklift and pallet jack machinery in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours per shift depending on daily work volume, with the physical capacity to lift and/or move 50 pounds or more regularly.
• Strong attention to detail when securing loads, pulling and placing cartons, and performing inventory counts accurately.
• Solid understanding of warehouse safety standards with the ability to identify and respond to workplace hazards.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with RF scanning equipment and the ability to read and understand barcodes on boxes (preferred).
• Previous experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment (preferred).

WORK LOCATION: Your work location will be onsite in Waxahachie, TX.

At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset - We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast‑paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About The Team

Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.

Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world—including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint‑Guin, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:

• Build Championship Teams
• Obsessed with Fans
• Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Determined and Relentless Mindset

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