Shipping & Forklift Operator - Growth, Training & Benefits

McNICHOLS CO.; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Financial health benefits

Job summary

McNICHOLS is seeking a Shipping and Forklift Operator in Fife, WA to join our team. This role handles packing and shipping, receiving materials, and operating forklifts to load and unload shipments in a fast-paced environment.

You will maintain inventory integrity, assist customers, and ensure on-time dispatch while following safety and quality procedures. Our team provides training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Intermediate computer knowledge; capable of using inventory systems and RF scanners.
• Experience with UPS WorldShip and FedEx shipping programs preferred.
• Experience driving a forklift; side loader and overhead crane experience a plus.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, lift material up to 50 pounds, and perform other physical tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast paced team environment.
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Pack and ship customer orders.
• Accurately receive incoming material to maintain inventory integrity.
• Safely operate forklifts and other lift equipment, handle material and load and unload LTL carriers.
• Organize material pulls for orders to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Process incoming material including inspecting and receiving POs, interbranch and vendor material, customer returns and damaged freight.
• Provide excellent customer service; answer phone, direct walk up customers to sales, and answer questions.
• Ensure timely shipment of orders and communicate issues.
• Maintain high quality standards by following procedures and processes.
• Follow required safety and quality procedures.
• Order and maintain proper shipping and packing supplies including skids, strapping and labels.
• Tag and hold incoming LTL material or returns for receiving.
• Call carriers to arrange order pickups.
• Use power tools such as chop saw, banders and packaging machines.
• Maintain equipment by following routine preventative maintenance requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Tools

UPS WorldShip

FedEx shipping programs

Job description

McNICHOLS is seeking a Shipping and Forklift Operator in Fife, WA to join our team. This role handles packing and shipping, receiving materials, and operating forklifts to load and unload shipments in a fast-paced environment.

You will maintain inventory integrity, assist customers, and ensure on-time dispatch while following safety and quality procedures. Our team provides training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth.