Forklift Operator I: Precision Picker & Loader

NFI Industries; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely operate material handling equipment and efficiently move, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. The role may include order filling or checking duties, with emphasis on productivity, accuracy, and safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months forklift experience, and the ability to pass NFI forklift certification. Strong attention to detail, basic math, and customer service skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution equipment preferred.
• 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, following established work practices and safety procedures.
• Completes and documents required pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment per customer and operational requirements.
• Verifies correct quantity and product type loaded and shipped.
• Performs order picking in an accurate, timely, and customer-service-focused manner.
• Moves product from staging or storage areas into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains documentation to support inventory accuracy and product security.
• Assists with physical inventory counts and cycle counts as directed.
• Uses RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Customer service

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NFI Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely operate material handling equipment and efficiently move, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. The role may include order filling or checking duties, with emphasis on productivity, accuracy, and safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 6 months forklift experience, and the ability to pass NFI forklift certification. Strong attention to detail, basic math, and customer service skills are required.