PM FORKLIFT OPERATOR

GLS US GROUP; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

GLS US GROUP is seeking a skilled Forklift Operator to safely move, load, and unload materials within our warehouse on the West Coast. You will work with the Depot team to ensure inbound freight is processed efficiently and pallets are handled properly.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid forklift certification, and proven warehouse experience. Emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork is required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work with attention to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate receiving and processing of inbound freight with depot and cross dock teams.
• Supervise and guide leads and warehouse personnel to offload, process, sort, palletize, and load inbound freight on time.
• Inspect pallet quality to reduce damages and mis-routed packages; ensure GVWR compliance where applicable.
• Communicate with managers, leads, and package handlers to maintain smooth operations.
• Coordinate warehouse changes and adjust procedures as needed; assist with training new staff.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

About GLS:

GLS Group is one of the largest parcel services providers in Europe, with a strong local presence in almost all countries across the continent. It also operates through wholly owned subsidiaries in Canada and on the USA’s West Coast within one GLS network. This allows GLS to seamlessly connect its customers and communities with millions of parcels and stories every day. GLS’ network connects its markets with high velocity and flexibility to respond to their fast-changing and dynamic nature. The company provides high quality service tailored to its customers’ needs across more than 50 countries. The GLS network consists of over 120 hubs and more than 1,600 depots, supported by more than 36,700 vans, light vehicles and walkers, and 6,400 trucks. This offers network resilience, superior flexibility, and extended reach. In 2024/25, GLS generated record revenues of 5.9 billion euros and delivered 926 million parcels across the markets. For more information, visit www.gls-group.com.

Purpose of Position:

Forklift Operator to safely and efficiently operate a forklift to move, load, and unload materials within our warehouse or production facility. The ideal candidate will have experience with warehouse operations, attention to safety standards, and the ability to follow company procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

Work directly with the Depot Manager, Depot Supervisor and Cross Dock Supervisor in coordinating the receiving and processing of all inbound freight; supervise, guide, and direct leads and warehouse personnel to ensure all inbound freight is offloaded, processed, sorted, palletized and loaded in a timely manner; inspect pallet quality to reduce damages and miss‑routed packages; communicate with managers, leads, and package handlers; coordinate warehouse changes and make adjustments as needed; assist with training new personnel as well as review current/new procedures with staff; estimate pallets weights prior to loading to ensure trucks are below GVWR requirements; communicate with inbound drivers to estimate volumes, assign dock doors, and ensure timely arrivals to the office; perform other related duties as required. The Cross Dock Operations Coordinator is also expected to meet performance standards set by management and to comply with all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Characteristics are relatively stable and frequently wet and/or humid. Maybe exposed to fumes, airborne particles, extreme heat and vibrations. The noise level is usually loud and the exposure risk to hazardous environmental conditions is moderate. Listed below are applicable special environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing for prolonged periods of time is required.
• Regularly works in outside weather conditions

Requirements

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Proven experience operating a forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift heavy materials (up to [insert weight]).
• Strong attention to detail and safety protocols.
• Good communication and teamwork skills

EEO Commitment:

General Logistics Systems US is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply to at GLS and we strive to select the best qualified applicant for each position in our organization. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. GLS complies with all laws and regulations relating to employment discrimination and is always committed to doing what's right.