Forklift Operator & Warehouse Specialist

Wavepoint 3PL; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

8 Paid holiday days

Company-paid Life Insurance

Company match 401(k) Retirement Saving

Job summary

Wavepoint 3PL is seeking a Material Handler to operate forklifts, move and stage goods, and support warehouse operations with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires staying alert while handling inbound/outbound shipments, verifying lot numbers, and ensuring proper stock rotation. You will work on-site in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Prior forklift experience is required.
• Safe driving operations are expected.
• Detail-oriented with a results-driven mindset.
• Standing 4-8 hours daily.
• Ability to walk short distances.
• Able to lift 10–60 lbs and overhead lifting.
• Push/pull heavy loads safely.
• Climb/balance on/off equipment.
• Must speak/read/understand English.
• Simple problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trailers and inbound materials for damages; report to supervision.
• Verify quantities, lot numbers, and production codes against manifests.
• Unload inbound trailer shipments safely and efficiently.
• Move products to appropriate storage locations.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment; verify locations and quantities.
• Perform picking to meet customer service standards.
• Inspect outbound materials for damages; report to supervision.
• Move products from staging to trailers as needed.
• Load, unload, move, stack and stage products using forklifts and related equipment.
• Inspect equipment daily and report safety issues.
• Operate all equipment safely according to prescribed methods.
• Maintain records for inventory control and security.
• Ensure proper stock rotation.

Skills

Forklift experience

Safe driving operations

Detail-oriented

Stand 4-8 hours

Walking ability

Lifting 10-60 lbs

Push/Pull

Climbing/Balance

English proficiency

Problem-solving

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Wavepoint 3PL is seeking a Material Handler to operate forklifts, move and stage goods, and support warehouse operations with a focus on accuracy and safety.

The role requires staying alert while handling inbound/outbound shipments, verifying lot numbers, and ensuring proper stock rotation. You will work on-site in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork.