Sit-Down Forklift Operator - Safe, Fast-Paced Warehouse

Schnellecke; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Schnellecke Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator – Sit-Down to transport materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks, ensuring safe loading, unloading, and movement to support daily logistics operations.

You will operate sit-down forklifts, perform pre-shift inspections, load and unload trailers, and track inventory with RF scanners or warehouse management systems, while following all safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience operating sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to obtain powered industrial equipment certification.
• Strong understanding of warehouse safety practices.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate sit-down forklifts to load, unload, and transport materials between dock, staging, and storage areas.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections and ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
• Load and unload trailers while maintaining product integrity and proper weight distribution.
• Accurately scan and track inventory movements using RF scanners or manual systems.
• Ensure materials are properly staged and stored according to operational requirements.
• Follow all safety standards, operating procedures, and company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanners

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Schnellecke Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator – Sit-Down to transport materials throughout the warehouse and loading docks, ensuring safe loading, unloading, and movement to support daily logistics operations.

You will operate sit-down forklifts, perform pre-shift inspections, load and unload trailers, and track inventory with RF scanners or warehouse management systems, while following all safety standards and company policies.