Forklift Operator I: Precision Warehouse Lead

NFI Industries; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts safely, complete inspections, and assist with order fulfillment while ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety procedures.

The role involves stacking, unloading inbound shipments, pulling products for shipment, and supporting inventory tasks using RF scanning devices; candidates should have reliable math skills and basic customer service abilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operation experience preferred.
• Must 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 in designated areas using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves product to storage locations
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment in accordance with customer and operational requirements
• Verifies that the correct quantity and product type are 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 required documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security
• Assists with physical inventory counts and periodic cycle counts as directed
• Ensures inventory is rotated in accordance with company standards
• Identifies and reports inventory discrepancies to the inventory control team and participates in resolution
• Uses RF scanning devices to support accurate inventory management
• Reports safety concerns, hazards, or incidents to management promptly
• Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency to complete required tasks
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NFI Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, locate, stack, and count merchandise within the warehouse. You will operate forklifts safely, complete inspections, and assist with order fulfillment while ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety procedures.

The role involves stacking, unloading inbound shipments, pulling products for shipment, and supporting inventory tasks using RF scanning devices; candidates should have reliable math skills and basic customer service abilities.