Forklift Operator I: Safe Handling & Accurate Picks

NFI; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator I to join our North Carolina warehouse team. You will operate forklift and related equipment to move, store, and prepare products, while ensuring safety and accuracy in all tasks.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, performing pre-operation checks, and supporting inventory control with RF scanning and routine counts. This role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and customer-service mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months forklift operation experience or experience with warehouse equipment.
• Must qualify and pass NFI forklift certification.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• 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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NFI forklift certification

RF scanning devices

Excel

Job description

NFI is seeking a dependable Forklift Operator I to join our North Carolina warehouse team. You will operate forklift and related equipment to move, store, and prepare products, while ensuring safety and accuracy in all tasks.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading shipments, performing pre-operation checks, and supporting inventory control with RF scanning and routine counts. This role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and customer-service mindset in a fast-paced environment.