Forklift Operator — Material Handling & Safety

Nashville Wire Products; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Wire Products in Nashville, TN is seeking a responsible forklift operator to move materials and finished goods around the plant floor. You will operate a forklift truck, load and unload, and follow production schedules under supervision.

This role requires safety awareness, reading of shipping orders, and basic math for inventory counts. A valid forklift certification and a state driver’s license are required. The job emphasizes reliability and teamwork in a loud, busy environment.

Qualifications

• Satisfactorily passes forklift driver test.
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Ability to maintain high attention to prevent injury to others.
• Reading/Writing: understand written or printed material.
• Basic Math: add, subtract, multiply or divide.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to move material to and from designated areas.
• Identify materials and cross-check with schedules.
• Report inconsistencies or problems to supervisor.
• Maintain tally of moved products for planning.
• Perform preventive maintenance on forklift.
• Keep work areas clean and safe.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Reading/Writing

Basic Math

Job description

Nashville Wire Products in Nashville, TN is seeking a responsible forklift operator to move materials and finished goods around the plant floor. You will operate a forklift truck, load and unload, and follow production schedules under supervision.

This role requires safety awareness, reading of shipping orders, and basic math for inventory counts. A valid forklift certification and a state driver’s license are required. The job emphasizes reliability and teamwork in a loud, busy environment.