Forklift/Shipping Clerk

HKA Enterprises; Blythewood (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises in Blythewood, SC is seeking a dependable Forklift / Shipping & Receiving Clerk to support warehouse and manufacturing operations by receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping materials. This role emphasizes inventory accuracy and safe material handling in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely with inventory transactions. First Shift with pay rate $19.00–$20.00 per hour DOE.

Qualifications

• Must have forklift experience and ability to operate material handling equipment safely.
• Experience reading packing lists, pick lists, shipping documents and work orders.
• Basic computer skills to learn company-specific software systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive inbound materials and verify quantities, condition, and information against orders.
• Record inventory movements and ensure accurate system transactions.
• Stage, store, and put away materials; pick for shop orders and replenishment.
• Package products for shipping and prepare shipments for delivery.
• Operate forklifts safely and follow all safety procedures.
• Support 6S and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Reading packing lists

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management systems

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Forklift / Shipping & Receiving Clerk to support warehouse and manufacturing operations by receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping materials. This role is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy, maintaining efficient material flow, and supporting production requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work safely while handling materials and inventory transactions. First Shift position. Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM and 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Pay Rate: $19.00- $20.00 per hour DOE.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately receive inbound materials by verifying quantities, condition, and product information against purchase orders and shipping documents.
• Report discrepancies, shortages, or damaged materials to supervision.
• Ensure inventory system transactions accurately reflect physical material movements.
• Prepare and stage materials for storage and inventory locations.
• Put away received materials into designated storage locations.
• Pick materials for shop orders and replenish Kanban inventory locations.
• Pick customer orders and prepare shipments for delivery.
• Package products to ensure accuracy and prevent shipping damage.
• Read and interpret:Packing listsPick listsShop ordersShipping documentationVerify order numbers, part numbers, and quantities.
• Troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and material variances.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Follow all company safety, security, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Support 6S and workplace organization initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Assist with other warehouse and inventory duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Forklift Certification.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, receiving, or distribution environment.
• Experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Ability to read packing lists, pick lists, shipping documents, and work orders.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn company-specific software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Shipping and Receiving operations.
• Experience with inventory control and warehouse management systems.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Demand Flow Technology (DFT) manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Kanban replenishment processes.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management software.

Work Environment

Manufacturing and warehouse environment. Frequent forklift operation. Standing, walking, lifting, and material handling throughout the shift. Exposure to warehouse equipment and moving machinery. Use of required PPE and adherence to safety standards.