Forklift Operator I — Safe, Detail‑Driven Warehouse Pro

NFI; New Galilee (Beaver County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely move and count warehouse merchandise in a fast-paced distribution environment. You will operate material handling equipment, perform accurate pre-operation inspections, and ensure inventory integrity through careful storage and retrieval.

You will also assist with order picking, loading outbound shipments, and maintaining documentation. Proficiency with basic Excel and RF scanning will support daily tasks and accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operating experience.
• Must pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good customer service and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates all material handling equipment safely and efficiently, following established work practices and safety procedures.
• Performs pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and moves products to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment per customer and operational requirements.
• Verifies correct quantity and product type is loaded and shipped.
• Performs order picking accurately and timely.
• Moves product from staging or storage into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains documentation and reports to support inventory accuracy and product security.
• Assists with physical and cycle counts as directed.
• Ensures inventory rotation per company standards.
• Uses RF scanning to support accurate inventory management.
• Reports safety concerns to management promptly.
• Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift equipment

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely move and count warehouse merchandise in a fast-paced distribution environment. You will operate material handling equipment, perform accurate pre-operation inspections, and ensure inventory integrity through careful storage and retrieval.

You will also assist with order picking, loading outbound shipments, and maintaining documentation. Proficiency with basic Excel and RF scanning will support daily tasks and accuracy.