Forklift Operator - Warehouse Specialist (Benefits)

Triad Metals International; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company match

Job summary

Triad Metals International in Petersburg, Virginia is hiring an Industrial Forklift Operator. The role supports loading/unloading, transporting, and organizing materials across the facility and yard, with emphasis on safety and inventory integrity.

The candidate will operate sit-down forklifts, read measurement tools, and perform basic maintenance. A forklift certification is required and will be provided by the company. This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Proven experience as a forklift operator.
• Ability to operate sit-down forklifts with large loads.
• Forklift certification will be provided by trainer and is required of all warehouse employees.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound and outbound goods.
• Transport goods within the facility.
• Load/unload material from flatbed trucks; maintain correct locations and perform routine forklift maintenance.
• Optimize travel throughout the warehouse and yard to improve efficiency.
• Inspect material handling equipment for damage and schedule maintenance or repairs.
• Manage inventory with accurate data collection to ensure inventory integrity.
• Adhere to safety standards and maintain a safe, orderly, and clean environment.
• Perform basic housekeeping to keep work areas debris-free.
• Follow procedures for reporting overages, shortages, and damages.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Read tape measure

Industrial equipment knowledge

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Triad Metals International in Petersburg, Virginia is hiring an Industrial Forklift Operator. The role supports loading/unloading, transporting, and organizing materials across the facility and yard, with emphasis on safety and inventory integrity.

The candidate will operate sit-down forklifts, read measurement tools, and perform basic maintenance. A forklift certification is required and will be provided by the company. This is a full-time position with comprehensive benefits.