Forklift Operator I: Efficient Warehouse Specialist

NFI; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, locate, relocate, stack and count merchandise within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts safely, support order filling and checking tasks, and uphold accuracy, productivity and safety standards.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inventory accuracy, RF scanning, and basic Excel use, with attention to detail and customer service mindset. Must pass NFI forklift certification and have HS diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Preferred 6 months forklift operation experience and/or warehouse equipment familiarity.
• Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies.

Responsibilities

• Operates material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Completes pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift or related equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments and moves product to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment per requirements.
• Verifies correct quantity and product type loaded/shipped.
• Performs order picking accurately and timely.
• Moves product to trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains documentation to support inventory accuracy.
• Assists with physical inventory counts and cycle counts.
• Uses RF scanning devices to support inventory management.
• Reports safety concerns to management promptly.
• Demonstrates basic Excel and general computer proficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Excel

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, locate, relocate, stack and count merchandise within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts safely, support order filling and checking tasks, and uphold accuracy, productivity and safety standards.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, inventory accuracy, RF scanning, and basic Excel use, with attention to detail and customer service mindset. Must pass NFI forklift certification and have HS diploma or GED.