Forklift Operator: Safe, Fast-Paced Warehouse

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift Driver to safely operate forklifts and related equipment to support receiving, shipping, warehouse, and production activities.

You will move materials, verify labels, assist with put-away, and help maintain a clean, organized 5S workspace while following safety procedures and OSHA guidelines. This role also requires teamwork and reliable attendance to support multiple departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification required or ability to obtain company-approved certification.
• Previous forklift, warehouse, manufacturing, receiving, or shipping experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate sit-down and/or stand-up forklifts as required.
• Ability to understand shipping labels, pallet identification, and basic warehouse documentation.
• Basic computer or scanner experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Receiving, Shipping, Warehouse, Production, and Operations teams.
• Strong attention to safety, accuracy, and material handling.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming trucks, trailers, pallets, and materials safely.
• Transport received materials to designated warehouse, inspection, staging, or production areas.
• Verify pallet quantity, labels, and material condition during movement.
• Support the Receiving team with material transfers and put-away activities.
• Report damaged materials, incorrect quantities, or labeling discrepancies immediately.
• Prioritize urgent RMA or production materials when requested.
• Move completed units, pallets, and finished goods from staging areas to the shipping dock.
• Load outbound trucks and trailers safely according to shipping requirements.
• Verify that the correct pallets and materials are loaded for shipment.
• Support pallet staging and organization based on shipment schedules.
• Coordinate with the Shipping team to ensure materials are available for scheduled carrier pickups.
• Assist with urgent or priority shipments as required.
• Provide forklift support for RMA receiving and shipping activities.
• Move heavy units, racks, pallets, equipment, and materials between designated operational areas.
• Respond promptly to material-movement requests to prevent delays to receiving, repair, testing, production, or shipping.
• Maintain proper material flow and ensure items are delivered to the correct designated locations.
• Follow FIFO and other material-control requirements when applicable.
• Perform daily forklift inspections before operating equipment.
• Operate forklifts in accordance with company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Immediately report forklift damage, mechanical problems, accidents, or unsafe conditions.
• Follow pedestrian safety rules, designated forklift lanes, speed limits, and loading requirements.
• Ensure loads are properly secured and within the forklift's rated capacity.
• Maintain a valid forklift certification as required.
• Never operate equipment in an unsafe manner.
• Maintain clean and organized receiving, shipping, staging, and warehouse areas.
• Keep aisles, emergency exits, forklift lanes, and work areas clear.
• Return pallets, carts, and materials to their designated locations.
• Support 5S and continuous-improvement activities.
• Assist with inventory organization and physical inventory activities when required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Barcode scanner

Job description

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY in La Vergne, TN is seeking a Forklift Driver to safely operate forklifts and related equipment to support receiving, shipping, warehouse, and production activities.

You will move materials, verify labels, assist with put-away, and help maintain a clean, organized 5S workspace while following safety procedures and OSHA guidelines. This role also requires teamwork and reliable attendance to support multiple departments.