Forklift Operator I — Fast-Paced Warehouse Starter

NFI Industries; Kutztown (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries in Kutztown, PA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator I to move, stack, and count merchandise using forklifts and related equipment. You’ll help with order filling, inventory accuracy, and safe handling of goods in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role emphasizes safe operation, attention to detail, and basic math and customer-service oriented tasks. Full time, on-site position with potential for future certifications; prior forklift experience or certification with NFI

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Completes and documents required pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments and moves product to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment according to requirements.
• Verifies correct quantity and product type loaded and shipped.
• Performs order picking in an accurate, timely manner.
• Moves product from staging to trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains documentation for inventory accuracy and security.
• Assists with physical inventory and cycle counts as directed.
• Uses RF scanning to support inventory management.
• Reports safety concerns to management promptly.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Safety procedures

Education

HS Diploma or GED

NFI forklift certification

Job description

NFI Industries in Kutztown, PA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator I to move, stack, and count merchandise using forklifts and related equipment. You’ll help with order filling, inventory accuracy, and safe handling of goods in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The role emphasizes safe operation, attention to detail, and basic math and customer-service oriented tasks. Full time, on-site position with potential for future certifications; prior forklift experience or certification with NFI