Forklift Operator

Rocket Shippers; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rocket Shippers is seeking an Associate with Forklift and Inventory experience to assist with inventory management and warehouse operations in Allentown, PA. This role ensures timely fulfillment and exceptional service for our clients by operating forklifts, managing inventory, and assisting with various warehouse duties.

Qualified candidates should have strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement savings, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, fulfillment, or 3PL experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or peak season schedules as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Perform inventory management tasks, including cycle counts and tracking.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and general warehouse duties.

Skills

Forklift experience

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Basic computer proficiency

Teamwork and communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Rocket Shippers, we're fulfillment experts, so you don't have to be. As a division of Pride Global, a certified minority‑owned company, we offer the power and stability of a large corporation, with the flexibility and personal touch of a small business. Our complete e‑commerce fulfillment solutions include comprehensive integration, storage, packaging, and shipping for your company. So, you can stop stressing about logistics and focus on reducing costs, increasing revenue, and growing your business. Technology forward fulfillment solution, helping small to medium sized businesses streamline their e‑commerce presence.

We are seeking an Associate with Forklift and Inventory experience to join our growing e‑commerce 3PL team. In this role you’ll assist with inventory management and may operate a forklift to support warehouse operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely fulfillment and exceptional service for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load, unload, move, and store materials and products.
• Perform inventory management tasks, including cycle counts, stock checks, and tracking
• Ensure accurate documentation of inventory in warehouse systems
• Organize and maintain inventory storage areas
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and general warehouse duties
• Follow all safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Inventory management and forklift experience REQUIRED
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous warehouse, fulfillment, or 3PL experience strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and meet deadlines
• Basic computer and RF scanning system proficiency
• Ability to lift, move, and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, or peak season schedules as required
• Sunday – Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday
• 7:00am – 5:30pm
• Onsite in our Allentown, PA facility

Benefits

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pride Global is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employer

Pride Global is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.