Material Handler/Forklift Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support loading, unloading, and inventory control in a fast-paced distribution setting.

You will operate forklifts/pallet jacks, perform quality checks, maintain safety, and collaborate with team to ensure accurate storage and timely shipments.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina to lift 50–100 lb loads.
• Attention to detail for accurate loading, labeling.
• Organizational skills for multi-tasking in fast-paced environments.
• Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred.
• Basic math and reading skills for labels and invoices.
• Safety-conscious with adherence to warehouse protocols.
• Strong teamwork and communication with staff.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments, verifying contents against documents.
• Move, stack, and organize goods on pallets per instructions.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing stock; perform cycle counts.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Inspect products for damage and isolate defective items.
• Keep warehouse clean and compliant with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with staff to place goods in storage and support loading.

Skills

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Equipment Proficiency

Basic Math & Reading

Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Loading & Unloading Goods: Load and unload shipments from trucks, trailers verifying contents against shipping documents
• Material Handling: Move, stack, and organize goods on pallets or in crates, following inventory control instructions
• Inventory Management: Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing incoming stock; perform cycle counts and report discrepancies
• Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or other warehouse equipment safely
• Quality Checks: Inspect products for damage or non-conformance and isolate defective items
• Workspace Maintenance: Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety regulations
• Coordination: Work with warehouse staff to place goods in the correct storage areas and support picking/loading of outgoing shipments
• Documentation: Complete daily logs, reports, and update inventory records as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift and move heavy loads (often 50–100 lbs or more)
• Attention to Detail: Ensure accurate loading/unloading and proper labeling
• Organizational Skills: Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Equipment Proficiency: Forklift or pallet jack experience preferred
• Basic Math & Reading: For reading shipping labels, invoices, and inventory records
• Safety Awareness: Follow all warehouse safety protocols and regulations
• Teamwork: Collaborate with supervisors and coworkers to meet operational goals

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