Forklift Operator I: Safe Inventory & Shipping

NFI; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I for our Fort Worth warehouse. You will operate forklift equipment to move, stack, and count merchandise, and assist with order picking and shipping preparations. You’ll document inspections and follow safety protocols to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

This role requires basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to use RF scanners. Prior forklift experience and certification with NFI are preferred, with opportunity for growth within the distribution

Qualifications

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

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

RF scanning

Inventory accuracy

Excel basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF Scanner

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I for our Fort Worth warehouse. You will operate forklift equipment to move, stack, and count merchandise, and assist with order picking and shipping preparations. You’ll document inspections and follow safety protocols to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

This role requires basic math, attention to detail, and the ability to use RF scanners. Prior forklift experience and certification with NFI are preferred, with opportunity for growth within the distribution