Forklift Operator - Safe, Efficient Material Handler

Pratt Industries; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays from day one

Insurance benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid childbearing/parenting leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Nashville, TN is seeking a forklift operator to load, unload, and transport materials within warehouses and loading docks. You will ensure accurate placement of goods, perform basic maintenance on equipment, and follow all safety procedures.

Applicants should have HS diploma or GED, at least 3 years forklift experience, and be able to pass background checks and drug screening. This full-time role requires reliability, teamwork, and flexibility for shifts, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED
• Pass background check, drug screen, physical, & Caetus Aptitude testing
• At least 3 years of forklift experience required
• Professional attitude & conduct
• Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills
• High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline
• Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound shipments
• Move merchandize to storage locations
• Building, picking, and packing pallets
• Perform quality checks on inbound goods
• Carryout simple maintenance on the forklift, like recharging its battery and refueling
• Identify and report mechanical and electrical faults to the supervisor or to the right technicians
• Pack goods in the area/warehouse by hand when situation demands
• Identify and report damage or safety concerns to managers and supervisors
• Move product from the area/warehouse to other units within the company either by using the forklift or by hand
• Stacking empty pallets and relocation of pallets
• Pack and move other items other than goods as instructed by supervisors, such as packing hazardous wastes
• Weigh goods and record the weight in a log sheet.
• Follow all company safety guidelines
• Ability to read production sheets
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to add, subtract, & multiply
• Able to work extended work hours and weekends, as needed Self-motivated
• Able to work in varying temperatures
• Professional Attitude & conduct
• Ability to reconcile roll tags at end of shift
• Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct.
• Follow all company safety guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Pratt Industries in Nashville, TN is seeking a forklift operator to load, unload, and transport materials within warehouses and loading docks. You will ensure accurate placement of goods, perform basic maintenance on equipment, and follow all safety procedures.

Applicants should have HS diploma or GED, at least 3 years forklift experience, and be able to pass background checks and drug screening. This full-time role requires reliability, teamwork, and flexibility for shifts, nights, and weekends.