Reach Lift Operator - 2nd Shift

800flowerscareers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

800flowerscareers is seeking a Reach Lift Operator to safely operate a Reach Lift and move materials within a warehouse environment in the Atlanta area. The role involves picking, putting away, loading, unloading, and ensuring accurate pallet handling while following safety and throughput standards.

The ideal candidate has forklift experience, basic reading and math skills, and familiarity with RF scanning and inventory systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6+ months of forklift experience on similar equipment.
• Basic reading and math skills (counting, add/subtract, multiply/divide).
• PC skills or prior inventory scanning experience required.
• Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Power Equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Certified to operate various lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Reach Lift.
• Use RF gun/scanner and WMS to research and gather information.
• Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form.
• Operate equipment in various environments and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°).
• Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage.
• Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers.
• Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker.
• Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for orders.
• Coordinate and manage daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to policies and quality standards.
• Serve as the lead, assist with supervising work flow and process.

Skills

Forklift experience

Inventory scanning

Reading and math skills

RF scanner usage

Warehouse Management System

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF gun/scanner

WMS

Safety Classroom Training

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Reach Lift Operator to join our team. As a Reach Lift Operator, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a Reach Lift to move, stack, and retrieve materials within a warehouse or distribution center environment. This is a vital role in our operations, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and products throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILIITIES

• Certified to operate a variety of lift trucks: Electric pallet-jack, Stock Picker and Reach Lift.
• Use RF gun/scanner and Warehouse Management System to research and gather information
• Inspect equipment daily and complete pre-inspection form
• Operate equipment in an array of surroundings and multi-temperature settings (-10° to 40°)
• Put-away, transfer, retrieve, pick and deliver materials in storage.
• Unload and load pallets from inbound and outbound trailers.
• Pick or count inventory from upper locations while on stocker picker.
• Pick and stack cartons onto a pallet for individual or store orders.
• Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the assigned area, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Serve as the lead, assist with supervising the flow of the work and process.
• Assist with identifying process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and propose and implement solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in department processes and troubleshoots problems and issues.
• Provide one on one or group hands‑on training for new and returnee associates on all functional aspects of the ticket processing job.
• Foster a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as required

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 6+ months of previous forklift experience on similar equipment. Basic reading (English) and math skills (counting, adding subtracting, multiplying and division). PC skills or previous inventory scanning experience required.
• Successful completion of Safety Classroom Training and Harry & David Certification Power Equipment
• Ability to stand for an extended amount of time.
• Lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment, consistently meeting deadline with accurate and detailed results.
• Honest and respectful communication
• Compliance with company attendance standards.

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