Forklift Operator I — Safe, Efficient Warehouse Moves (2 Shifts)

NFI; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, stack, and count merchandise in our Oklahoma warehouse. You will operate forklift equipment, perform pre-operation checks, and help with order filling and shipping while maintaining safety and accuracy.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and typically 6 months of forklift experience, with certification required by NFI. Strong attention to detail and basic math and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operation experience 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 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

RF scanning

Basic Excel

Attention to detail

Customer service basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanning devices

Forklift/clamp/push-pull equipment

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move, stack, and count merchandise in our Oklahoma warehouse. You will operate forklift equipment, perform pre-operation checks, and help with order filling and shipping while maintaining safety and accuracy.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and typically 6 months of forklift experience, with certification required by NFI. Strong attention to detail and basic math and customer service skills are essential.