Forklift Operator II — Precision, Safety & Inventory

NFI; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator II to join our warehouse team. You will operate forklifts safely, perform pre-operation checks, and move merchandise to storage locations with accuracy.

You will also unload inbound shipments, stage outbound orders, and assist with cycle counts while maintaining documentation for inventory control and product security. A valid NFI certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years forklift operation experience and/or experience using warehouse distribution 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, 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 rack locations.
• Unloads inbound shipments safely and transports product to assigned storage locations.
• Pulls, stages, and prepares products for outbound shipment.
• 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.
• 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

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanner

Job description

NFI is seeking a Forklift Operator II to join our warehouse team. You will operate forklifts safely, perform pre-operation checks, and move merchandise to storage locations with accuracy.

You will also unload inbound shipments, stage outbound orders, and assist with cycle counts while maintaining documentation for inventory control and product security. A valid NFI certification is required.