Forklift Operator I: Safe, Precise Warehouse Movement

NFI; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in our Carlisle, PA warehouse. You will operate forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment, perform pre-operation inspections, and support inbound/outbound shipping with accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes safety, inventory control, and basic Excel skills. Prior forklift experience or training is preferred; NFI certification will be provided or required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Preferred 6 months of forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse equipment.
• 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.
• Completes pre-operation inspection forms for equipment.
• Stacks and stores merchandise using forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment.
• Unloads inbound shipments and moves products to storage locations.
• Picks orders; verifies quantity and product type before shipping.
• Moves products into trailers for outbound loads.
• Maintains documentation to support inventory accuracy.
• Assists with physical counts and cycle counts as directed.
• Uses RF scanners to support inventory management.
• Reports safety concerns or incidents to management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic math

Excel basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Tools

RF scanning devices

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise in our Carlisle, PA warehouse. You will operate forklift, clamp, or push-pull equipment, perform pre-operation inspections, and support inbound/outbound shipping with accuracy and efficiency.

The role emphasizes safety, inventory control, and basic Excel skills. Prior forklift experience or training is preferred; NFI certification will be provided or required.