Forklift Operator I: Safe, Detail‑Oriented Warehouse Pro

NFI; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription Drug Coverage

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to efficiently move, stack and count merchandise in the warehouse using forklifts and related equipment. You will perform pre-operation checks and ensure safety and accuracy in handling inventory.

The role requires at least a High School diploma or GED, forklift certification, and prior experience; strong attention to detail and basic math and customer service skills are valued. Base pay starts at $24.25 per hour with shift-based enhancements possible.

Qualifications

• 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
• Possesses basic understanding of equipment safety and adheres to all safety protocols
• 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

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to efficiently move, stack and count merchandise in the warehouse using forklifts and related equipment. You will perform pre-operation checks and ensure safety and accuracy in handling inventory.

The role requires at least a High School diploma or GED, forklift certification, and prior experience; strong attention to detail and basic math and customer service skills are valued. Base pay starts at $24.25 per hour with shift-based enhancements possible.