Forklift Operator: Fast-Paced Warehouse Career Growth

Veritiv Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Veritiv Corporation is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator in Los Angeles to receive, store, and distribute materials within our warehouse. You will safely operate forklifts, inspect equipment, read work orders, and move items to appropriate locations while maintaining inventory accuracy.

The role supports shipping and order fulfillment, with responsibilities including data entry, labeling, and paperwork processing.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and interpret work orders and shipping documents.
• Must write short notes and complete documentation.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely to transport materials between receiving, storage, production, and shipping areas; perform routine equipment inspections.
• Read and interpret work orders, shipping documents, and requisitions to accurately pick, move, or distribute items.
• Organize inventory by sorting and placing materials on shelves, racks, or bins according to type, size, or product code.
• Assemble and fulfill customer orders, prepared items for shipment, and loaded materials onto trucks as required.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by counting items, completing documentation, and using computer systems for data entry.
• Label materials with identifying information and opened containers (crates, bales, etc.) as necessary.
• Process clear and accurate paperwork related to inventory movement and shipping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Safety awareness

Reading & writing

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet jacks

WMS

Job description

Veritiv Corporation is seeking a qualified Forklift Operator in Los Angeles to receive, store, and distribute materials within our warehouse. You will safely operate forklifts, inspect equipment, read work orders, and move items to appropriate locations while maintaining inventory accuracy.

The role supports shipping and order fulfillment, with responsibilities including data entry, labeling, and paperwork processing.