Material Handler & Forklift Operator I - Global Logistics

American President Lines; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Material Handler/Operator I to perform a range of manual warehouse tasks in a fast-paced environment. You will receive, store, pick and move goods, operate hand trucks and forklifts when certified, and ensure accurate inventory documentation.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification readiness. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and dependable performance while supporting internal and external customers in a dynamic supply

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Forklift certification is typically required within 3–6 months of hire.
• Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Performs various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material and hand staging and loading goods; uses manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack.
• Receives, stores, and distributes material, tools, equipment, and products within assigned area.
• Prepares and assembles orders, moves materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, pallets or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, style, color, product code and related characteristics; tends to be more routine or typical.
• Operates a forklift once certified and required; operation tends to be more limited or is less complex operation/movements.
• Completes or verifies appropriate forms, documents, labels and other information to ensure the accuracy of inventory, monitor and track material and successful receiving and/or delivery of goods; tends to be basic information or standard in nature.
• Operates hand tools to close or open bales, build or tear down crates, and other containers or material; tends to be more predictable packaging.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and a safe and effective work environment.
• Assists with identifying potential operational or service concerns, notifies appropriate co-workers and assists with resolving.
• Performs various warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, cleaning docks, staging, packing, racking and related storage areas, proper storingequipment, basic preventative maintenance and related tasks.
• Develops and maintains excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times, such as working collaboratively, providing timely communications and instruction and assisting with operations as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading checksheets

Safety awareness

Basic computer literacy

Customer service

Forklift operation (certified)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

CEVA Logistics is seeking a Material Handler/Operator I to perform a range of manual warehouse tasks in a fast-paced environment. You will receive, store, pick and move goods, operate hand trucks and forklifts when certified, and ensure accurate inventory documentation.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and forklift certification readiness. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and dependable performance while supporting internal and external customers in a dynamic supply