Forklift Operator I: Safe, Efficient Warehouse Pro

NFI; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a detail-oriented Forklift Operator I to safely operate material handling equipment in our Hazleton warehouse. You will move, stack, and count merchandise, unload shipments, and support order fulfillment while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months forklift experience, and certification eligibility. You will use RF scanners and basic Excel, following safety procedures and contributing to inventory accuracy and customer

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operation experience and/or warehouse equipment experience.
• Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective customer service skills and basic math competencies.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift safely and efficiently per procedures.
• Completes and documents pre-operation inspection forms.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift or related equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments and moves product to storage locations.
• Pulls and prepares products for shipment according to requirements.
• Verifies correct quantity and product type for loading and shipping.
• Performs order picking in a timely, accurate manner.
• Moves product from staging areas into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains inventory accuracy and reports discrepancies.
• Uses RF scanning devices to support inventory control.
• Reports safety concerns or incidents promptly.
• Demonstrates basic Excel skills and general computer proficiency.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory accuracy

Safety awareness

Basic math

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NFI is seeking a detail-oriented Forklift Operator I to safely operate material handling equipment in our Hazleton warehouse. You will move, stack, and count merchandise, unload shipments, and support order fulfillment while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6 months forklift experience, and certification eligibility. You will use RF scanners and basic Excel, following safety procedures and contributing to inventory accuracy and customer