Forklift Operator II

XMG; Auburn (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Xpedient Logistics in Auburn, GA seeks a reliable forklift operator to join our warehouse team. You will load and unload pallets, stage orders, and prepare products for shipment using stand-up or sit-down forklifts.

The role emphasizes safety, inventory accuracy, and efficient material handling. Candidates should have at least 6 months of forklift experience and be able to lift 20–45 pounds repeatedly.

Qualifications

• Must pass Forklift Driving Skills test.
• Ability to lift 20–45 pounds repeatedly.
• 18 years or older.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions and códigos.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload pallets and cases using forklifts.
• Select and stage orders and prepare products for shipment.
• Maintain warehouse safety and cleanliness.
• Keep records for inventory accuracy.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.

Skills

Ability to operate forklift safely

Team-oriented

Education

Minimum age 18

Tools

Forklift skills test

Job description

Xpedient is a full-service 3rd party logistics provider. We have experience helping a diverse client base in warehousing services, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment and labor needs.

Summary

Our Team Members operate powered industrial equipment such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts with fork or clamp attachments. Tasks loading/unloading pallets and cases, picking/staging orders, putting away pallets, and other general forklift work.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct operations in a manner promoting safety
• Sit-down lift experiences preferred
• Minimum of 6 months of forklift and warehouse experience
• Must be super-efficient in all tasks required
• Put away inbound shipments/move product to storage locations using a forklift
• Picking cases by the each onto pallets using the powered equipment
• Prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and correct item is staged for loading
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy
• Report quality variances
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion
• Assist in any required physical inventories
• Complete daily inspection of equipment
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management
• Ensure proper stock rotation
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions, and to code applicable documents

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass Forklift Driving Skills test
• This position requires lifting cases weighing from 20-45 pounds repeatedly throughout a long work period
• 18 years or older
• Working in a high-speed manufacturing environment (e.g., team-oriented, deadline driven, high performance demands, fast-paced, etc.)
• Driving a forklift (e.g., performing basic operations such as driving forwards, driving backwards, lifting and lowering boom, maneuvering in tight areas without damaging product, etc.)
• Working with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets (e.g., pulling and placing pallets on/off vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.)
• Working with standards of operation (e.g., OSHA requirements on minimum/maximum speeds, signaling, putting products in appropriate areas, etc.)

Safety:

• Observe and follow health and safety regulations
• Enforces operating instructions and safety policies.
• Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures
• Maintain detailed records of safety incidents
• Assign designated safety personnel
• Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.

Xpedient Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Xpedient offers competitive wages, insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision and life), paid time off and holidays.

Compensation details

20 Hourly Wage