Forklift Operator: Material Movement Specialist

Northern Tool; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Tool in Faribault, MN is seeking a forklift operator to efficiently move materials and inventory within the manufacturing facility using a stand up forklift. The role supports production lines, shipping/receiving, and returns processing, with overtime potential on Fridays and a starting pay rate of $20/hour.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year forklift experience, strong organizational skills, and good communication.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of forklift experience.
• Personal computer experience—ability to work accurately with numbers and details.
• Demonstrated ability to handle varied projects.
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and inventory within the facility using a stand up forklift.
• Support manufacturing production lines with parts as needed.
• Assist shipping and receiving in locating or retrieving parts.
• Assist in picking parts when required.
• Process returns as restock items or vendor returns.
• Assist Cycle Count Coordinator as workload dictates.
• Maintain safety and communicate plans with the team.

Skills

Forklift experience

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

PC familiarity

Job description

Northern Tool in Faribault, MN is seeking a forklift operator to efficiently move materials and inventory within the manufacturing facility using a stand up forklift. The role supports production lines, shipping/receiving, and returns processing, with overtime potential on Fridays and a starting pay rate of $20/hour.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year forklift experience, strong organizational skills, and good communication.